AGS NEWS – In the last one week, Armed Forces of Nigeria have neutralized 109 terrorists, arrested 81 suspects, and rescued 43 hostages across the various operational theatres in the country. This was made known on Friday in Abuja by … Continue reading Nigerian troops neutralize 109 terrorists, rescue 43 hostages in one week
AGS NEWS – Troops of the Nigerian Army have successfully apprehended a female arms courier and dismantled a notorious network of terrorists, seizing a significant cache of weapons and ammunition. This was contained in a statement on the Nigerian Army’s … Continue reading Troops capture woman, accomplice with 505 rounds of ammunition in Plateau
AGS NEWS – The Defence Headquarters said that troops have denied oil thieves the estimated sum of N793,257,250 within one week. A statement by Director, Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba, said that troops also arrested 18 perpetrators of … Continue reading Troops deny oil thieves of N793m in one week
AGS NEWS – The Nigeria Army said its troops deployed for counter terrorism operations in Ebonyi State have repelled an attack on Isheke Police Station by suspected Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, terrorists. The attack resulted in the burning of … Continue reading Troops repel suspected IPOB terrorists attack on Ebonyi police station
AGS NEWS – Nigerian Army troops have arrested two wounded terrorists receiving treatment at a private clinic in Kaura Local Government Area, Kaduna State, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen national security. In a statement on Friday, September 27, … Continue reading Troops storm private clinic in Kaduna, arrest two terrorists receiving medical treatment
AGS NEWS – The Nigerian Armed Forces have deployed 197 personnel to The Gambia for a peacekeeping mission, despite domestic security challenges like banditry and terrorism. This deployment was announced by Maj-Gen. Boniface Sinjen during the graduation of Nigerian troops … Continue reading Nigerian troops deployed to Gambia for peacekeeping mission
AGS NEWS – Troops of the Nigerian Army, alongside other security agencies, have reportedly thwarted an attempt by an Improvised Explosive Devices (IED) expert suspected to be affiliated with the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its security arm, the … Continue reading Nigerian troops kill alleged IPOB, ESN bomb expert
AGS NEWS – Last week’s military operations in Northern Nigeria resulted in significant gains against terrorism, with at least 188 militants eliminated and 330 apprehended. 133 individuals who had been kidnapped were rescued by troops deployed nationwide. Major General Edward … Continue reading Troops neutralize 188 terrorists, apprehend 330 in recent operations
AGS NEWS – The Nigerian Army has reported the successful elimination of four terrorists in separate ambush and raid operations carried out in Kaduna and Katsina states. Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, the Director of Army Public Relations, disclosed this in … Continue reading Troops neutralize four terrorists, seize 2 AK-47 rifles
Troops from Operation Safe Haven, responsible for maintaining peace in Plateau State, have once again taken action against criminal elements, resulting in the arrest of 19 suspected kidnappers in the state. This development comes just two weeks after the same … Continue reading Troops apprehend 19 suspected kidnappers in Plateau state
Troops from the Nigerian Army successfully eliminated a notorious wanted bandit known as Mai-Nasara in the Sangeko Forest of Kebbi State. Two suspected bandits believed to be part of the same gang were killed during the operation. This achievement was … Continue reading Troops eliminate wanted bandit and two others in Kebbi forest
In a covert military operation aimed at countering terrorist activities in Sokoto State, the troops of 8 Division Garrison executed a well-planned offensive maneuver targeting a notorious group of terrorists responsible for numerous heinous activities in the region. The Director … Continue reading Troops neutralize terrorists, recover arms in successful Sokoto operation (pictures)
The Special Military Task Force, known as Operation Safe Haven (OPSH), has apprehended 13 individuals involved in various criminal activities, including kidnapping, banditry, and rustling, across Plateau, Kaduna, and Bauchi states. Captain James Oya, the Media Officer of OPSH, reported … Continue reading Troops nab 13 suspects in kidnapping case, recover 279 cows
French President Emmanuel Macron has declined a proposal put forth by Niger’s military junta to withdraw French soldiers following a coup that strained relations between the two nations. Tensions between Niger and its former colonial ruler escalated after the revolution … Continue reading Macron refuses junta’s request to withdraw troops from Niger
In a recent operation in the northeastern region of Nigeria, the troops from ‘Operation Hadin Kai’ successfully eliminated six Boko Haram terrorists. This operation took place during a patrol conducted by the troops in collaboration with the Civilian Joint Task … Continue reading Nigerian troops raid sambisa forest, eliminate boko haram terrorists
Troops from Operation SAFE HAVEN (OPSH) on Operation HAKORIN DAMISA IV successfully rescued a pregnant woman who had been kidnapped, along with four other victims. These operations took place in both Plateau and Kaduna States. Captain Oya James, the Media … Continue reading Troops rescue kidnapped pregnant woman
Between August 7 and 17, 2023, Nigerian troops engaged in operations across the country resulting in the elimination of 28 terrorists and the apprehension of 114 criminals, according to the Defence Headquarters. The detained individuals include 92 terrorists, six gunrunners, … Continue reading Troops neutralize 28 terrorists and detain 114 criminals over two week period
Senegal has expressed its willingness to participate in a potential military intervention by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in Niger following last week’s coup. Foreign Minister Aissata Tall Sall stated that there have been “one coup too … Continue reading Senegal promises to deploy its troops to support ECOWAS intervention in Niger
Troops from the 1 Division Nigerian Army conducted a successful offensive against bandits’ camps in Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, resulting in the rescue of four kidnapped individuals. Lieutenant Colonel Musa Yahaya, the Acting Deputy Director of Army … Continue reading Troops rescue 4 kidnap victims in Kaduna state
Over 1,000 cattle have been captured by troops from Operations Safe Haven (OPSH), responsible for security in Plateau State, for grazing on farmlands in the troubled Mangu Local Government Area. The OPSH Special Task Force intercepted the cows, along with … Continue reading Plateau security forces arrest 1,000 grazing cattle invading Mangu farmlands
Germany, having deployed around 1,000 soldiers in Mali, has initiated the process of withdrawing its troops and intends to complete the operation by May 2024. As the UN peacekeeping mission MINUSMA nears its conclusion on June 30, German Defense Minister … Continue reading Germany hastens troop withdrawal from Mali as UN mission concludes
The Defence Headquarters has announced that over the past two weeks, troops of Operation Delta Safe (OPDS) have successfully destroyed 47 illegal refining sites and arrested 65 individuals suspected of oil theft and other criminal activities. Major General Musa Danmadami, … Continue reading Troops destroy 47 illegal refineries and arrest 65 suspects in recent operations
Russia has warned NATO and the US that it could take military action if NATO deploys troops to Finland. Reports in Finnish newspaper, Helsingin Sanomat, suggested that a new defense cooperation agreement between the US and Finland could lead to … Continue reading Russia threatens military action against NATO and US over reports of US troops deployment in Finland
The German government has announced that it will withdraw its 1,110 troops from the UN mission in Mali over the next year, citing difficulties with the ruling junta. The move comes as part of a strategic shift toward more humanitarian … Continue reading Germany to withdraw troops from Mali by May 2024
AGS NEWS 