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Why Air Marshal Aneke’s Engagement With Young Officers Matters

Global UpfrontMay 26, 2026May 26, 20260

By Chidi Omeje In military institutions across the world, the true strength of a fighting force is not measured solely by the sophistication of its

Remembering Lieutenant General Ibrahim Attahiru: The Fearless Commander Nigeria Lost Too Soon

Global UpfrontMay 22, 2026May 22, 20260

By Chidi Omeje On May 21, Nigerians once again paused to remember the late Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Ibrahim Attahiru, a gallant

Before Iran, There Was Zamfara: The Rescue Story Nigerians Choose To Forget

Global UpfrontApr 6, 2026April 6, 20260

Flight Lieutenant Abayomi Dairo

War Against Terror And The ‘Ndume Factor’

Global UpfrontMar 27, 2026March 27, 20260

By Chidi Omeje For Nigerian troops engaged in the protracted war against Boko Haram terrorism in the North-East, the greatest challenge is not merely the

Why Nigeria’s Security Challenges Will Remain Intractable Until Hard Truths are Confronted

Global UpfrontMar 25, 2026March 25, 20260

By Chidi Omeje Nigeria has spent years battling terrorism, banditry, industrial-scale kidnapping, secession agitation, oil theft, and other violent crimes. Billions of naira have been

The Accomplice: How Sensational Reporting Demoralises Our Troops, Undermine National Security

Global UpfrontMar 12, 2026March 12, 20260

By Chidi Omeje The troops of the Nigerian military have undoubtedly remained consistent on the frontlines, combating terrorists, insurgents, bandits, and other violent adversaries of

Rehabilitation or Retribution? Why Nigeria Must Confront the Hard Truth About Repentant Terrorists

Global UpfrontFeb 23, 2026February 23, 20260

By Chidi Omeje Few issues ignite public anger in Nigeria like the question of rehabilitating so-called “repentant” terrorists. For many citizens, especially those in communities

How Nigeria Turned Tension With The United States Into A Strategic Partnership

Global UpfrontFeb 17, 2026February 17, 20260

By Chidi Omeje There was a moment when Nigeria stood at the edge of what could have been one of the most humiliating episodes in

100 Days In Command: Gen Shaibu’s Early Footprint As Chief Of Army Staff

Global UpfrontFeb 3, 20260

By Chidi Omeje When Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu assumed office as Chief of Army Staff (COAS) on 24 October 2025, expectations were high. Nigeria’s security

100 Days In The Saddle: How Air Marshal Kevin Aneke Is Reasserting NAF’s Combat Edge

Global UpfrontFeb 2, 2026February 2, 20260

By Chidi Omeje On the 24th of October, 2025, President Tinubu announced the appointment of new set of Chief of Defence Staff and Service Chiefs.