The Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, says the Federal Government has increased the monthly salary of Nigerian soldiers from ₦49,000 to ₦100,000 as part of efforts to improve the welfare of military personnel. Speaking during an interview with News Central, Musa said the pay raise demonstrates the government’s commitment to supporting members of the Armed…
Tantita Security Services Nigeria Limited has commissioned and donated 15 semi-ballistic, glass-reinforced gun boats to the Nigerian Navy and Nigerian Army to strengthen efforts against crude oil theft, illegal bunkering, and pipeline vandalism. The boats, built by the Nigerian Navy Shipyard Limited in Port Harcourt, were officially handed over during a ceremony on Thursday, May…
By Odey Ojeka Troops of the Nigerian Army have been deployed to Ugep and Idomi communities in Yakurr LGA to restore peace and prevent further escalation of the renewed communal crisis. On ground, the soldiers are engaging both communities, urging residents to lay down their weapons and avoid confrontation with security personnel. “We are here…
By Our Reporter The Nigerian military has inaugurated a general court-martial to try officers accused of an alleged coup plot, marking the formal commencement of proceedings. The officers were brought to the venue of the sitting, the Guards Brigade Scorpion Mess, Asokoro, at about 8:53 a.m., on 24th April 2026 under tight security. However, journalists…
By Frank Ulom Terrorists have attacked Section 3 of the Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), killing a Commander and six soldiers in Monguno, Borno State. According to a statement by Lt. Col. Sani Uba, Media Information Officer Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI, on Monday, the task force…
