U.S. Navy Minesweepers Assigned To Middle East Have Been Moved To Pacific (Updated)
Two of the three Littoral Combat Ships that had taken over the minesweeping role in the Middle East have just appeared in Malaysia.

BREAKING: Angry Nigerian Soldiers Threaten Mutiny Over Poor Salaries, Unpaid Allowances, Accuse Service Chiefs of Corruption

Fresh tension is brewing in the Nigerian Army as aggrieved soldiers warn that a mutiny may erupt if the Federal Government fails to address worsening welfare conditions. In an open letter to President Bola Tinubu, the soldiers decried what they described as insulting salary increments following promotions, with some ranks receiving as little as ₦2,000–₦15,000 after five years of service. They accused military leadership of corruption, extortion, and selective implementation of allowances, noting that their counterparts in the Navy and Air Force earn significantly higher increments. The soldiers lamented unpaid and partially implemented allowances dating back to 2017, saying poor pay has trapped many in debt. They warned that continued silence from authorities could push desperate troops toward lawlessness, a situation they say poses grave danger to national security.
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Fake Navy Captain Busted in Lagos: How Impostors Tried to Intimidate Residents in Oworonshoki

Lagos Task Force has arrested three men for allegedly posing as Nigerian Navy officers to defraud residents and obstruct government operations in Oworonshoki. The principal suspect, identified as James K. Robert, reportedly used a fake naval identity to intimidate officials, demand the release of seized vehicles and threaten confrontation. Suspicion arose after he failed to provide verifiable service details and wore a poorly arranged uniform. Naval Police later confirmed he was not a serving officer, leading to his arrest alongside two accomplices. Investigations are ongoing.

The United States is reportedly redeploying the USS Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group from the South China Sea, moving at high speed toward the Middle East amid rising regional tensions and growing speculation over potential U.S. military action involving Iran.

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Nigerian Police Inspector’s Alleged Accidental Discharge Kills Man at Calabar Drinking Spot, Inspector Arrested

A 40-year-old man, Sunday Ejimot, was shot dead in Calabar, Cross River State, following an alleged accidental discharge from a police inspector’s service pistol. The incident occurred on December 29, 2025, around 1:40 pm at a drinking spot along Asimita Road, Ikot Ansa, where Inspector Atimbang Ojogwu, attached to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), was reportedly drinking with members of his community. The inspector allegedly forgot the pistol was already cocked and accidentally fired, hitting Ejimot in the neck. The victim was rushed to Navy Reference Hospital Mine but was confirmed dead on arrival. Authorities have disarmed and arrested the inspector, while the deceased’s body has been taken to the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (UCTH) morgue for preservation and autopsy. The incident has sparked concerns over police conduct and firearm safety in Nigeria.

Fresh Tension Between Canada and Iran as Tehran Declares Royal Canadian Navy a Terrorist Organisation

Iran has designated the Royal Canadian Navy as a terrorist organisation in response to Canada’s 2024 decision to blacklist the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The Iranian foreign ministry cited reciprocity and condemned Ottawa’s action as contrary to international law. Canada’s designation of the IRGC bars its members from entering the country, prohibits Canadians from dealing with the group, and allows seizure of any assets in Canada. The move was influenced by past IRGC actions, including the downing of Flight PS752 in 2020 that killed 85 Canadian citizens and permanent residents, and concerns over regional missile attacks. The development marks a new flashpoint in Canada-Iran relations amid longstanding diplomatic tensions.

FG GRADUATES OVER 7,000 FOREST GUARDS, SET FOR IMMEDIATE DEPLOYMENT

The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), has announced the graduation of over 7,000 newly recruited Forest Guards drawn from seven frontline states, following the successful completion of an intensive three-month training programme under the Presidential Forest Guards Initiative launched by Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, in May 2025.

The initiative represents a coordinated Federal–State security intervention aimed at reclaiming Nigeria’s forests from criminal exploitation.

The graduation ceremonies were held on 27 December 2025 across Borno, Sokoto, Yobe, Adamawa, Niger, Kwara, and Kebbi States. The programme is designed to strengthen Nigeria’s internal security architecture by denying terrorists, bandits, kidnappers, and other criminal groups sanctuary within forested and hard-to-reach terrains.

The training programme was deliberately intensive, structured, and demanding, designed to transform loyal and committed Nigerians into agile, disciplined, and capable field operatives. The curriculum integrated environmental conservation principles with advanced security competencies, ensuring a balanced, professional, and mission-ready force.

Trainees underwent extensive physical and mental conditioning, including endurance exercises, obstacle-crossing drills, and long-range patrol simulations to prepare them for sustained forest operations.

They were also trained in tactical fieldcraft, including movement techniques, enemy-contact drills, ambush response, rescue operations, and coordinated offensive actions—equipping them to deny criminal elements any form of sanctuary within Nigeria’s forest spaces.

Equally central to the programme was a strong emphasis on ethics, legality, and professionalism. The curriculum placed significant focus on human rights, International Humanitarian Law (IHL), gender rights, and the protection of civilians.

Arms handling and use-of-force protocols were strictly regulated in line with an Arms Management Manual jointly agreed upon by all participating agencies.

Speaking at the ceremonies, the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, described the initiative as a decisive step toward restoring state authority and protecting vulnerable communities.

“These Forest Guards are not just uniformed personnel. They are first responders, community protectors, and a critical layer of Nigeria’s security architecture. They will hold ground, gather intelligence, and support security agencies in reclaiming territories previously overtaken by criminal elements.”

The NSA confirmed that deployment will commence immediately, with no gap between graduation and operational duty.

“There will be no delay between graduation and deployment. Salaries and allowances will commence immediately, and every certified guard will proceed directly to assigned duty posts,” he stated.

The training programme recorded a 98.2 percent completion rate. A total of 81 trainees were disqualified on disciplinary grounds, while two trainees passed away due to pre-existing medical conditions. All successful participants have been fully certified and cleared for operational service.

The graduating Forest Guards are indigenous to their respective local government areas, enabling them to leverage terrain familiarity and community trust in countering banditry, kidnapping, and the illegal exploitation of forest resources.

The Nigerian Forest Guard is an inter-agency national security initiative established under the leadership and strategic guidance of the National Security Adviser, in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Environment, and operationally coordinated by the Department of State Services (DSS) and the National Park Service.

The programme draws doctrine, operational alignment, and strategic input from the Defence Headquarters, Nigerian Army, Nigerian Navy, Nigeria Police Force, and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC)—ensuring unity of command, clarity of purpose, and operational effectiveness.

Governors and Deputy Governors from the seven participating states attended the ceremonies, including Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State and Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State, with other states represented by their Deputy Governors.

Reaffirming the Federal Government’s commitment, the NSA concluded: “By protecting our forests, we are securing our territory. And by securing our territory, we are protecting our people. The Federal Government will not relent. This initiative will expand nationwide as part of our sustained effort to build a safer and more secure Nigeria.”

CHIEF OF NAVAL STAFF COMMISSIONS BOREHOLES AND COMMUNITY HEALTH POST IN PLATEAU STATE

On Tuesday, 23 December 2025, the Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), Vice Admiral Idi Abbas (Admiralty Medal), commissioned nine boreholes and the Dikam Dungku Community Health Post at Fungzai, Bwai District, Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State, under the Chief of the Naval Staff Special Quick Impact Projects (CNSQIP). The projects were facilitated by Rear Admiral Habila Dunku Zakaria, an illustrious son of the Fungzai Community, Mangu North LGA, while the CNS was represented at the event by the Chief of Naval Engineering, Naval Headquarters, Rear Admiral Nan’manle Damtong.

While commissioning the projects, Rear Admiral Damtong stated that the interventions reflect the Nigerian Navy’s commitment to community development beyond its core security responsibilities. He noted that the CNSQIP, introduced in 2024, aligns with the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda and the Navy’s civil–military cooperation mandate. The CNS commended Rear Admiral Zakaria for giving back to his community and urged beneficiaries to use and maintain the facilities responsibly.

In his remarks, Rear Admiral Habilab Dunku Zakaria, the facilitator of the project, described the initiative as a strategic step towards improving the health, dignity and well-being of rural communities, particularly women, children and the elderly. He explained that the boreholes would ensure access to clean drinking water, while the community health post would serve as a first line of defence for disease prevention, health education, routine medical care, treatment of common ailments such as malaria, and immunisation services for children. The ceremony was attended by community members, traditional rulers, political office holders and friends of the facilitator.

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US Navy Launches Dozen Tomahawk Missiles at ISIS Camps in Sokoto, Nigeria, on Christmas Day

On Christmas Day 2025, a U.S. Navy warship launched approximately a dozen Tomahawk missiles targeting Islamic State-linked militant camps in Sokoto State, northwest Nigeria. The operation, carried out in cooperation with the Nigerian government, followed warnings from U.S. President Donald Trump about potential intervention if Nigeria failed to curb Islamist militancy. While the airstrike reportedly destroyed multiple camps, Reuters could not independently confirm casualties. Nigerian officials emphasized that the strike targeted terrorists, not any religious group, highlighting efforts to protect lives and property. Analysts remain divided on the long-term effectiveness of such strikes against entrenched militant groups in remote regions.

Over 50 Military Officers and Civilians Detained by Nigeria’s DIA Over Alleged Coup Plot, Families Denied Access

More than 50 military officers and civilians have been held for three months by Nigeria’s Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA) over an alleged plot to overthrow President Bola Tinubu’s government. Families of the detainees have reportedly been denied access. The investigation, led by Chief of Defence Intelligence Lieutenant General Emmanuel Parker Undiandeye, involves officers from the Army, Navy, and Air Force, including senior figures such as Brigadier General Musa Abubakar Sadiq. Nigerian authorities conducted raids on linked individuals, including the Abuja residence of former Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Timipre Sylva, though he denied any involvement.

Nigerian Navy Rescues 20 Crew Members from Fire on MV Chimba Express in Calabar

The Nigerian Navy confirmed the rescue of 20 crew members from the foreign vessel MV Chimba Express after a fire broke out along the Calabar Channel on December 22, 2025. The vessel, carrying 14 Nigerians and 7 Cameroonians from Gabon to Calabar, suffered a fire in its midship and aft sections. Naval personnel, supported by local fishermen and other units, rescued the crew using life buoys and administered first aid. One crew member, the Chief Engineer, remains missing after reportedly jumping overboard. Investigation into the fire’s cause and ongoing search operations continue.

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US Vice President JD Vance Trains with Navy SEALs in California, Showcases Elite Military Readiness and Leadership Engagement

United States Vice President JD Vance participated in an intense Navy SEAL training session in Coronado, California, demonstrating his physical endurance and commitment to military readiness. The 90-minute session involved log carrying, ocean rowing, beach running, and rope climbing, highlighting the rigorous demands of elite special operations forces. Vance, a former US Marine Corps veteran with Iraq War experience, praised the Navy SEALs for their professionalism and emphasized the influence of military service on his views regarding national security. The training reflects the administration’s focus on discipline, readiness, and visible support for America’s armed forces.

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20 Nigerian Navy Crew Members Rescued After MV Chimba Express Catches Fire in Cross River, Chief Engineer Missing Amid Ongoing Search and Rescue Operations

A Nigerian Navy vessel successfully rescued 20 crew members from the MV Chimba Express, which caught fire along the Oron–Calabar waterways in Cross River State. The vessel, en route from Gabon to Calabar carrying scrap materials, had 21 crew members, including 14 Nigerians and 7 Cameroonians. The Chief Engineer reportedly jumped into the water fearing an explosion and is still missing, with search operations ongoing. Rescue efforts were supported by local fishermen and naval personnel, using life buoys and portable pumps to contain the fire. The Nigerian Navy reaffirmed its commitment to maritime safety and protection of seafarers. This incident echoes a similar April fire on the Igbega Eko ferry, which injured four passengers.

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Lawless Nigerian Navy Officer Brutalises Woman in Lagos During Dispute With Mechanic as Husband Watches, Sparking Outrage

A Nigerian Navy warrant officer, Balogun Olu, has been accused of violently assaulting a housewife in the presence of her husband during a dispute over a faulty car jack repair in Gowon Estate, Egbeda, Lagos State. According to the victim’s husband, Jacob Ipogah, the naval officer became aggressive while demanding an immediate refund from a mechanic and physically attacked Ipogah’s wife when she tried to calm the situation. The woman was allegedly slapped and beaten as bystanders intervened to stop the assault. Ipogah further alleged that naval authorities handled the complaint dismissively, asking the officer to merely apologise while blaming the victim for speaking up. The incident has raised serious concerns about abuse of power, gender-based violence, and impunity within Nigeria’s security agencies.

Two Suspected Kidnappers With Miyetti Allah IDs Killed in Navy Shootout in Kogi

Two suspected kidnappers allegedly carrying Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association ID cards were killed during a gun battle with Nigerian Navy operatives along the Inele/Inabe Road in Olamaboro LGA, Kogi State. The suspects reportedly engaged the naval patrol while attempting a kidnapping operation. The incident follows increasing insecurity in Kogi, including recent abductions in Yagba East and attacks on farmers. Authorities are investigating the authenticity of the ID cards and potential links to wider criminal networks, while residents continue to call foincreased security interventions.

The United States Coast Guard, in collaboration with the U.S. Navy, has intercepted a Nigerian-owned supertanker, Skipper, over allegations of crude oil theft, piracy, and other transnational crimes.

Authorities said the tanker was illegally flying the Guyanese flag at the time of the arrest. In response, Guyana’s Maritime Administration Department (MARAD) confirmed that Skipper is not on its national ship registry and that the vessel was using the flag without authorization.

BREAKING: The United States Coast Guard, in collaboration with the U.S. Navy, has intercepted a Nigerian-owned supertanker, Skipper, over allegations of crude oil theft, piracy, and other transnational crimes.

Authorities said the tanker was illegally flying the Guyanese flag at the time of the arrest. In response, Guyana’s Maritime Administration Department (MARAD) confirmed that Skipper is not on its national ship registry and that the vessel was using the flag without authorization.

Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Detective Amber Leist, a 12-year veteran and devoted mother of two sons, tragically lost her life on Sunday while performing an act of kindness.

Off-duty, Detective Leist stopped her vehicle to help an elderly pedestrian who had fallen in the street. After assisting the person to safety, she was struck by a passing car as she returned to her own vehicle. Despite immediate aid from the driver and rapid transport to the hospital, she passed away.

Sheriff Alex Villanueva
@AlexVilanueva33
called her “an outstanding detective who led by example.” Leist is survived by her 17-year-old son and her 20-year-old son, who serves in the U.S. Navy. Rest in peace, Detective Leist. Your selfless heart and service will never be forgotten.

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Ondo Youth Brutalised by Naval Officers Battles for Life as Navy Redeploys Accused Commanding Officer

Gbenga Omogbemi, an Ilaje youth brutally assaulted by naval personnel over an alleged theft of $9,000 belonging to Navy Captain Aliyu Usman, remains in critical condition despite earlier reports claiming he had died. The Nigerian Navy has since redeployed Captain Usman, who was accused of leading multiple violent operations in Ilaje communities, including destruction of property, arson, killings, harassment, and repeated sexual assaults. Residents say the officers invaded Obejedo, Obe-Adun, and Obe-Nla on October 19, destroying property worth millions and leaving several people missing. Community members insist the Navy fabricated claims of illegal refining, while activists defending the victims have reportedly been arrested. They are calling for a full investigation and justice.


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