Controversial Nigerian Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi recently sparked widespread debate. He claimed that security sources in Abuja informed him of a plot to eliminate him alongside Boko Haram members. This revelation came during a public address where Gumi expressed deep concerns about foreign influences in Nigeria’s security crisis. Specifically the US allegedly marked him…
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai recorded another success during a coordinated Borno operation after recovering a surveillance drone from suspected ISWAP terrorists. Troops stationed at Forward Operating Base Izge, alongside volunteer forces, carried out a fighting patrol in the Izge axis of Borno State. During the patrol, they recovered an ultra-light drone used for reconnaissance….
The Boko Haram abduction of local government officials has shaken Biu Local Government Area in Borno State after gunmen kidnapped the vice chairman and two councillors. Suspected Boko Haram fighters seized Alhaji Saidu, the newly elected vice chairman, along with councillors from Zarawuyaku and Miringa wards. Voters elected the officials during last Saturday’s local government…
Nigeria has been ranked among the countries with the deadliest terror attacks in modern history. According to a global list compiled by death toll, two major incidents in Nigeria now sit in the top three worldwide. Notably, the Maiduguri attack between July 26 and 30, 2009 ranks as the second deadliest terror incident, with about…
Troops of the Nigerian Army have intensified nationwide operations, neutralising dozens of terrorists, arresting 57 suspects, and rescuing 45 kidnapped victims within one week. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Michael Onoja, announced the update on Friday in Abuja, highlighting major breakthroughs across multiple regions. North East: Terror Camps Destroyed and Kidnap Victims Rescued…
President Bola Tinubu has rejected the use of private military and security companies in African conflict zones. He warned that their involvement undermines state sovereignty and complicates counter-terrorism efforts. Speaking at the 7th African Union–European Union Summit in Luanda, Angola, during the plenary session on “Peace, Security, Governance and Multilateralism,” Tinubu stressed that peace initiatives…
Suspected Boko Haram fighters abducted 12 women on Saturday in Mussa district, Askira-Uba Local Government Area of Borno State. The victims were returning from their farms around 5 p.m. when the attackers seized them. Residents quickly reported the abductions to local authorities. Borno State Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Nahum Daso, confirmed the kidnappings. He…
Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno announced that the state’s security has improved significantly, declaring that “the worst is over.” He made the statement during a meeting with the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shuaibu, in Maiduguri on Wednesday. The governor said that, although attacks still occur, the overall security landscape has improved compared…
The Federal High Court in Abuja has sentenced Hussaini Isma’il, a senior Boko Haram leader, to 20 years in prison. Justice Emeka Nwite delivered the judgment on Tuesday. Isma’il, also known as Maitangaran, was convicted on four counts filed by the Federal Government. In count one, he received a 15-year term. Counts two, three, and…
US Congressman Riley M. Moore met with a top Nigerian delegation led by National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu to address Christian persecution and rising terrorism across Nigeria. The meeting was direct, urgent, and centered on growing global concern for vulnerable Christian communities. Christian Persecution Takes Center Stage During the talks, Nigerian officials outlined the serious…
