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MILITARYSep 26Military rescues 60 victims, arrests 44 suspectsThe Defence Headquarters (DHQ) says troops of the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) have rescued more than 60 kidnapped victims and arrested 44 suspects during operations nationwide. The post Military rescues 60 victims, arrests 44 suspects appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
MILITARYSep 25Armed Forces launch online discount shopBy Kingsley Omonobi ABUJA — The Armed Forces of Nigeria on Thursday launched an online discount shop designed to provide serving and retired personnel, veterans and their families with access to essential goods at preferential prices. The digital welfare initiative was launched at Defence Headquarters, Abuja, by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, […] The post Armed Forces launch online discount shop appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
MILITARYSep 24FG launches online discount shop for troops, veterans in AbujaThe Federal Government has launched the Armed Forces of Nigeria Personnel Online Discount Shop, a welfare initiative designed to provide serving personnel, veterans and their families with convenient access to essential goods at discounted prices. The post FG launches online discount shop for troops, veterans in Abuja appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
MILITARYSep 24SPIRITUAL RESILIENCE THROUGH CHAPLAINCY DOCTRINE – Ministry of Defence – KenyaThe Ministry of Defence in Kenya is focusing on spiritual resilience through chaplaincy doctrine. This highlights an aspect of military welfare and support within the armed forces.mod.go.ke · Kenya
MILITARYSep 23Army vows to protect critical energy assetsBy Kingsley Omonobi ABUJA — The Chief of Army Staff, COAS, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s commitment to protecting critical energy infrastructure and strengthening partnerships that support Nigeria’s economic growth and national development. Shaibu stated this on Wednesday when the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Renaissance Africa Energy Company […] The post Army vows to protect critical energy assets appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
MILITARYSep 2233 months unpaid rent threatens war against oil bunkeringBy Jimitota Onoyume, Assistant News Editor The war against illegal oil bunkering in the Niger Delta may be facing an unlikely, yet potent, enemy from a massive backlog of unpaid rent for House boats used to combat illegal bunkering activities and related maritime crimes The  Nigerian Army and three indigenous houseboat contractors in the Niger […] The post 33 months unpaid rent threatens war against oil bunkering appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
MILITARYSep 21Acquisition of 12 AH-1Z viper attack helicopters major milestone —CASThe Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, says the acquisition of 12 AH-1Z Viper attack helicopters for the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) is a major milestone. The post Acquisition of 12 AH-1Z viper attack helicopters major milestone — Army chief appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
MILITARYSep 21China wiretapped Red Sea with spy hub 6 miles from US base : ex Pentagon official warnswfmd.com · United States
MILITARYSep 21Navy disclaims circulating 2026 recruitment noticeBy Kingsley Omonobi The Nigerian Navy has disowned a recruitment notice circulating on social media, purportedly announcing the Nigerian Navy Recruitment 2026 Batch 39 exercise. The Navy described the notice as unofficial and urged prospective applicants and members of the public to disregard recruitment information obtained from unauthorised sources. Director of Information, Nigerian Navy, Navy […] The post Navy disclaims circulating 2026 recruitment notice appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
MILITARYSep 20How Morocco is becoming the pivot of American military strategy in AfricaPlus de pays signataires ou une coopération approfondie avec les membres existants, notamment le Maroc ? Évoquant la nouvelle phase des accords d’Abraham, l’Allison Center for National Security de la Heritage Foundation opte clairement pour la deuxième voie.Jeune Afrique
MILITARYSep 19Navy uncovers 119,850 litres of suspected stolen crude oil in RiversAn official said the latest success comes days after the conviction of nine crude oil thieves by the Federal High Court in Uyo, following their arrest during a Nigerian Navy-led operation under Operation DELTA SENTINEL. The post Navy uncovers 119,850 litres of suspected stolen crude oil in Rivers appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
MILITARYSep 19Arms imports rise 104% to N55bn in six monthsThe figure represents an increase of N28.11 billion from the N26.95 billion recorded in the corresponding period of 2025 The post Arms imports rise 104% to N55bn in six months appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
MILITARYSep 19Nigeria can tackle defence hardware challenges locally – Former DICON DGBy Kingsley Omonobi ABUJA — Former Director-General of the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON), Maj.-Gen. Nnaemeka Charles Maduegbunam (rtd.), has said Nigeria can overcome many of its military hardware and equipment challenges by harnessing its pool of engineers, technicians and available local resources. Maduegbunam said prioritising indigenous technology and local expertise would help the […] The post Nigeria can tackle defence hardware challenges locally – Former DICON DG appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
MILITARYSep 19Somali piracy rise tests China’s long-running Gulf of Aden missionFor more than a decade, China has deployed warships to the Gulf of Aden and the waters off Somalia. For much of that time, piracy in the region has been in sharp decline. Now, however, with attacks at their highest reported level since 2013 and other naval forces engaged in crises elsewhere, Beijing’s long-running escort mission is being tested. The renewed attacks and hijacking for ransom come as the US Navy focuses on operations connected to the war on Iran, and India sends ships towards the...South China Morning Post
MILITARYSep 19Military kill 12 terrorists, rescue 66 kidnapped victims in nationwide operationsTroops of the Nigerian military fighting to dislodge criminal elements and non-state actors constituting security threats across the country have rescued over 66 kidnapped victims, neutralised 12 terrorists in gun fights and arrested over 34 collaborators, logistics suppliers and informants. The post Military kill 12 terrorists, rescue 66 kidnapped victims in nationwide operations appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
MILITARYSep 19Is Africa becoming a ‘testing ground’ for Chinese power projection?Six Chinese J-16 fighter jets arrived in Egypt last month for a joint exercise in what was the aircraft’s first known deployment in Africa. In Egyptian airspace, Chinese pilots had the rare chance to train against the Rafale, an advanced French-built fighter. The 6,000km (3,700-mile) deployment was completed in about nine hours with aerial refuelling, and tested China’s ability to move and support a combat-capable air package far from home. Analysts say the exercise reflects a decades-long...South China Morning Post
MILITARYSep 18Gombe pledges support for new army formationsBy Ben Ngwakwe, Gombe GOMBE — Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has pledged the state government’s support for the accelerated take-off of newly established Nigerian Army formations in the state. Yahaya gave the assurance when a delegation representing the General Officer Commanding, GOC, 3rd Armoured Division, Nigerian Army, paid a courtesy visit to the […] The post Gombe pledges support for new army formations appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
MILITARYSep 18Russia announces chilling expansion of army across 6 African countriesRussia's defense ministry is expanding the presence of troops in Africa, while its allies across the continent continue to fight off insurgent rebel groups.express · united states of america
MILITARYSep 18U.S. moves drones from Africa to South America for its operationsLa movida hace parte de una batería de despliegues militares con la que Washington busca reforzar su presencia en la región. Lo reporta CNN. The post EE.UU. mueve drones de África a Sudamérica para sus operaciones appeared first on La Silla Vacía.La Silla Vacía
MILITARYSep 18Why Nigeria’s Soldiers Went to LibrevilleThe gathering brought together 127 senior enlisted leaders and other participants from 26 African countries, alongside the U.S. European, and NATO partners. The post Why Nigeria’s Soldiers Went to Libreville appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
MILITARYSep 17Rwanda-Benin: At Paul Kagame's, Romuald Wadagni's highly security-related dossiersAvant Brazzaville, où il est arrivé ce 17 septembre, le président béninois a effectué une visite officielle à Kigali. Au cœur des discussions avec son homologue rwandais, le renforcement du partenariat sur les questions militaires et de renseignements.Jeune Afrique
MILITARYSep 1710 things to know about Tchakpelé Aklesso, the former master spy appointed by Faure Gnassingbé to head the Togolese armyPromu général et chef d’état-major, Tchakpelé Aklesso incarne la nouvelle doctrine sécuritaire de Faure Gnassingbé. Portrait d’un homme de l’ombre propulsé à la tête d’une armée en pleine mutation.Jeune Afrique
MILITARYSep 16What’s Behind Nigeria’s Military Spending SpreeAhead of January elections, Bola Tinubu is pulling out all the stops to stem insecurity.Foreign Policy
MILITARYSep 16Troops Rescue 31 Kidnapped Victims in Katsina, KebbiThe Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA operations, said the operations conducted on September 14 and 15, 2026, also led to the recovery of ammunition, a motorcycle, camouflage clothing, and other items. The post Troops Rescue 31 Kidnapped Victims in Katsina, Kebbi appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV