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2025-06-20 09:18:25

542 SENIOR MILITARY OFFICERS RETIRE

A total of 542 senior Non-Commissioned Officers retired from the Nigerian Armed Forces on Thursday after 35 years of service. The retirement ceremony, held at the Nigerian Armed Forces Resettlement Centre in Oshodi, Lagos, included 362 soldiers from the Nigerian Army, 134 from the Navy, and 46 from the Air Force. Speaking at the event, the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed...

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2025-06-12 07:54:45

A Historic Shift: President Tinubu Cancels Traditional Broadcast & Military Parade

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has cancelled the usual military parade and nationwide broadcast traditionally held on Democracy Day, June 12. Instead, he will deliver his speech live from the National Assembly at 7 a.m.—a significant departure from the norm as the country commemorates the 26th anniversary of its return to democratic rule in 1999. This decision reflects a shift in tone,...

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2026-03-13 12:52:40

AGUIYI IRONSI: Nigerian military officer life story and biography

Johnson Aguiyi Ironsi Johnson Thomas Umunnakwe Aguiyi Ironsi was a Nigerian military officer who became the first military Head of State of Nigeria after the military coup of January 1966. His leadership marked the beginning of military rule in Nigeria’s political history. Born on March 3, 1924, in Umuahia, in present day Abia State, Nigeria, Ironsi rose through the ranks...

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2025-06-17 20:31:05

Benue Killings: “We’re With You,” Defence Chief Assures as Military Vows Crackdown on Killers

Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has assured Benue residents of the Armed Forces’ full support amid renewed attacks in the state, pledging to identify and bring the perpetrators to justice. Speaking during a meeting with traditional rulers in Makurdi on Tuesday, General Musa called for unity and local collaboration to restore peace. “The Armed Forces are with you....

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2026-03-25 15:48:31

Bzigu Afakirya Biography, Early Life, Military Career, Kogi Leadership and Legacy

Bzigu Afakirya Bzigu Afakirya, fully known as Bzigu Lassa Afakirya, was a Nigerian army officer and former military administrator best known for serving as the Military Administrator of Kogi State from 22 August 1996 to August 1998 during the military era. He became notable in Kogi State history as one of the early leaders who governed the state before the return to democratic rule. Early...

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2025-10-30 02:09:20

China Expands Space Warfare Capabilities, Says U.S. Military

The U.S. Department of Defense has warned that China is increasingly focusing on developing the means to challenge its rivals in space. According to the Pentagon’s 2024 annual report on China’s military power, Beijing is advancing technologies that could disrupt or destroy satellites, including co-orbital systems, anti-satellite missiles, electronic warfare tools, surveillance...

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Dapson added story in Biography
2026-03-14 08:09:05

CHUKWUEMEKA OJUKWU: Nigerian Military officer, and Political Leader

Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu was a Nigerian military officer and political leader best known as the leader of the secessionist state of Biafra during the Nigerian Civil War. He was one of the most influential and controversial figures in Nigeria’s history. Born on November 4, 1933, in Zungeru, Niger State, Nigeria, Ojukwu later became a central...

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Abu added story in Biography
2026-03-25 15:26:32

Danladi Mohammed Zakari Biography, Early Life, Military Career, Kogi Leadership and Legacy

Danladi Mohammed Zakari Danladi Mohammed Zakari is a Nigerian military officer best known as the first Military Administrator of Kogi State after the state was created in August 1991. He became an important historical figure in Kogi because he led the state during its earliest foundation period before handing over to the first elected civilian governor, Abubakar Audu, at the start of the Third...

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2025-10-11 05:07:07

Four Killed as Boko Haram Attacks Military Base in Borno

The Nigerian Army has confirmed the death of four soldiers following an insurgent attack on the Military Super Camp at Ngamdu along the Damaturu–Maiduguri highway in Borno State. In a statement released by Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force North East Operation HADIN KAI, the army said troops successfully repelled the attack despite heavy...

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Danistar added story in Current Affairs / News
2025-06-13 10:24:36

LIVE UPDATE AS ISRAEL TARGETS IRAN'S NUCLEAR SITE AND ASSASSINATED TOP MILITARY COMMANDERS

Israel Defense Forces (IDF) spokesperson Brig Gen Effie Defrin says Iran launched "approximately 100 UAVs towards Israeli territory", which he says they are working to intercept Defrin adds that the chief of staff of the Iranian army, the commander of Iran's Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC), and the commander of Iran's emergency command were killed in last night's strikes. Iranian state...

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2025-10-19 05:22:12

Military Dismisses Coup Claims, Reaffirms Loyalty To Democracy

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has refuted a recent report by an online publication suggesting that the cancellation of Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary celebrations was connected to an alleged attempted military coup. According to the report, 16 military officers, from the ranks of Captain to Brigadier General, were purportedly detained by the Defence Intelligence Agency...

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Abu added story in Biography
2026-02-14 19:43:56

Muhammadu Buhari: From Military Ruler to Democratic President

Muhammadu Buhari is a Nigerian military officer and politician who served both as a military Head of State and later as a democratically elected President of Nigeria. His leadership spans decades of Nigeria’s political history, making him one of the most prominent figures in the country’s governance. Early Life and Education Muhammadu Buhari was born on December 17, 1942, in...

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ThyKing added story in Biography
2026-02-14 19:42:45

Muhammadu Buhari: Soldier, Military Ruler, Elected President, and the Long Arc of Power

Muhammadu Buhari: Soldier, Military Ruler, Elected President, and the Long Arc of Power Introduction Muhammadu Buhari is one of the most consequential and debated figures in modern Nigerian history. He is unique in that he ruled Nigeria both as a military Head of State in the nineteen eighties and later as a democratically elected President more than three decades later. Few leaders in Africa...

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Dapson added story in Biography
2026-03-14 08:16:18

MURTALA MUHAMMAD: Nigerian military officer and statesman biography

Murtala Muhammed Murtala Ramat Muhammed was a Nigerian military officer and statesman who served as the Head of State of Nigeria from July 1975 until his assassination in February 1976. He is remembered as one of Nigeria’s most dynamic and influential leaders because of his bold reforms and determination to fight corruption. Born on November 8, 1938, in Kano, Nigeria, Murtala...

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Danistar added story in Current Affairs / News
2025-06-15 12:43:01

NIGERIA EMERGES AS THE THIRD MOST POWERFUL MILITARY IN AFRICA

Nigeria has moved up to become the third most powerful military force on the African continent, according to the latest 2025 Global Firepower Index. The new ranking, published by Business Insider Africa and based on data from Global Firepower, places Nigeria ahead of South Africa, which now ranks fourth. Globally, Nigeria also improved its position, rising from 39th to 31st with a PowerIndex...

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2025-06-05 15:00:46

Nigerian Military Takes Out Top Boko Haram Commanders in Fierce Borno Clash

In a major victory for Nigeria’s counter-terrorism efforts, the Nigerian military has confirmed the elimination of three high-ranking Boko Haram commanders during an intense gunbattle in Borno State. This operation marks a significant step in dismantling the leadership structure of the terror group that has plagued the region for over a decade. According to military sources, the operation...

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2025-06-14 20:21:00

NOTORIOUS BANDITS LEADER MEETS WITH POLICE, MILITARY, REVEALS CONDITIONS FOR PEACE

A notorious bandit leader, Ado Aleru, has issued a chilling warning to Nigerian authorities and society, stating that continued labelling of his group as “terrorists” will only sustain the violence ravaging communities in the North-West. Aleru, who is wanted by security agencies, made the declaration during a peace dialogue session held in Danmusa Local Government Area of Katsina...

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Faith02 added story in African History
2025-06-13 12:22:50

Pastor Giwa Slams Nigeria’s Democracy: “No Difference Between Military and Civilian Rule”

The Senior Pastor of The Second Coming of Christ Ministry, Adewale Giwa, has strongly criticized Nigeria’s democratic journey, declaring that after 26 years of civilian rule, there’s no clear distinction between democracy and military dictatorship. Speaking on Friday, Pastor Giwa lamented that those who once championed democracy have now become “enemies of the people”,...

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Abu added story in Biography
2026-03-25 15:40:17

Paul Omeruo Biography, Early Life, Military Career, Kogi Leadership and Legacy

Paul Omeruo Paul Omeruo, fully known as Paul Uzoanya N. Omeruo, is a Nigerian army officer and former military administrator best known for leading Kogi State during the military era. He became notable in Nigerian political history for serving as the state’s military administrator from 9 December 1993 to 22 August 1996. Early Life and Background Publicly available information about...

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Abu added story in Biography
2026-02-23 18:01:44

Sani Abacha: The Story of Nigeria’s Most Controversial Military Leader

Born on September 20, 1943, in Kano, northern Nigeria, Sani Abacha grew up far from the corridors of power he would one day dominate. Quiet, disciplined, and ambitious, he chose a life in the military at a young age, enrolling at the Nigerian Military Training College in Kaduna before completing further officer training in the United Kingdom. From the very beginning, Abacha’s...

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2025-06-17 18:02:34

I Cried Seeing My Juniors Outrank Me — Ex-Soldier Accuses Nigerian Army General of Unlawful Demotion & Detention

A former Nigerian Army officer, Michael Jojor, has accused Major General A.A. Adekeye, former Commandant of the Nigerian Army Armour School (NAAS), of orchestrating his unlawful demotion, detention, and eventual resignation from the military. Jojor, who joined the Army in June 2016 as part of the 75RRI, claims he was officially posted to 6 Division Garrison, Port Harcourt, but was later...

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ThyKing added story in Biography
2026-03-02 09:07:08

Ibrahim Babangida: The Maradona of Nigerian Politics and the General Who Shaped a Nation

Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida In the ancient town of Minna in present day Niger State, on August 17, 1941, a boy was born into a modest Muslim family. His name was Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida. No one could have predicted that the quiet child from the Nupe heartland would grow up to become one of the most powerful and controversial leaders in Nigeria’s history. Ibrahim...

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Akanni added story in Current Affairs / News
2025-11-24 13:04:41

Israel Dismisses Three Generals, Disciplines Senior Officers Over October 7 Hamas Attack Failures

Israel’s military has sacked three generals and disciplined several senior officers for their roles in failures leading up to Hamas’s October 7, 2023, assault—the deadliest attack in the country’s history. The decision, announced Sunday, follows public pressure for accountability and a systemic investigation requested by Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir. Among those...

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Akanni added story in Biography
2026-03-05 11:13:07

Murtala Muhammed: The Soldier Who Ruled Briefly but Changed Nigeria Forever

Murtala Muhammed In the ancient city of Kano, where centuries of trade and culture shaped the rhythm of Northern Nigeria, a child was born on November 8, 1938. No one could have imagined that this young boy would one day become one of the most influential and dramatic leaders in Nigeria’s history. His name was Murtala Muhammed. His time in power was short, lasting barely...

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Abu added story in Current Affairs / News
2025-12-16 08:40:49

NAF Denies Spy Claims As 11 Officers, C-130 Aircraft Remain Held In Burkina Faso

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has clarified that the 11 officers and a C-130 military transport aircraft reportedly seized in Burkina Faso have not yet been released, while firmly rejecting allegations that the mission was linked to espionage. In a statement, the NAF spokesperson dismissed claims that the aircraft was forced to land on suspicion of spying, explaining that the C-130 was on a...

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Dapson added story in Biography
2026-03-14 08:35:56

SANNI ABACHA: Nigerian Military officer, Politician and Head of state

Sani Abacha Sani Abacha was a Nigerian military officer who served as the Head of State of Nigeria from 1993 until his death in 1998. His rule is one of the most controversial periods in Nigeria’s political history because it combined strong military control with economic reforms and widespread criticism over human rights issues. Born on September 20, 1943, in Kano,...

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Akanni added story in Biography
2026-03-06 15:37:24

The Iron Discipline of Nigeria: The Life and Legacy of Tunde Idiagbon

Tunde Idiagbon Tunde Abdulbaki Idiagbon was one of the most disciplined and influential military officers Nigeria ever produced. Known for his rigid principles, quiet strength, and uncompromising commitment to order, Idiagbon played a defining role in one of the most controversial yet transformative periods in Nigeria’s history. To many Nigerians, his name still echoes with...

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Adimeru added story in Biography
2026-04-03 10:54:03

The Quiet Leader: The Life and Legacy of Abdulsalami Abubakar

Abdulsalami Abubakar Introduction In a country filled with loud politics and long struggles for power, one man stood out for his calm nature and quick action. His name is Abdulsalami Abubakar a soldier who became a leader at a very critical time in Nigeria’s history. His story is simple, yet powerful. Early Life Abdulsalami Abubakar was born on June 13, 1942, in Minna, Niger...

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ThyKing added story in Biography
2026-03-04 11:12:31

Theophilus Danjuma: From Nigerian Army General to Billionaire Businessman and Philanthropist

Theophilus Danjuma Theophilus Yakubu Danjuma is one of Nigeria’s most influential figures. From a young boy in Takum to a top military commander, defense minister, and successful businessman, his journey reflects Nigeria’s history and growth. Early Life and Education Theophilus Danjuma was born on December 9, 1938, in Takum, now in Taraba State, Nigeria. He came from a humble...

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2026-01-16 22:20:28

Troops Kill Scores of Terrorists in Adamawa, Borno States

Troops of the Joint Task Force, Operation Hadin Kai, have killed scores of terrorists in Adamawa and Borno States, dealing a major blow to insurgent activities in the North-East. The Acting Media Information Officer of the Task Force, Lieutenant Solomon Atokolo, said the terrorists were neutralised after troops foiled coordinated attacks across parts of the region. Several weapons and...

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2025-06-15 12:34:21

Trump Issues Stark Warning to Iran: ‘Full Strength’ of US Military Awaits If Attacked

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Iran, declaring that any attack on the United States would trigger an overwhelming military response. “If we are attacked in any way, shape, or form by Iran, the full strength and might of the US Armed Forces will come down on you at levels never seen before,” Trump said Sunday via his Truth Social platform. He...

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2025-12-13 20:49:56

Two US Soldiers, Civilian Killed in ISIS Ambush in Syria

Two American soldiers and a US civilian were killed, while three others were injured, after a lone ISIS gunman ambushed a joint patrol in Syria, according to US Central Command. The attacker was engaged and killed, as ISIS remnants continue sporadic attacks despite the group’s territorial defeat.

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