NIGERIAN MILITARY Archives - Global Upfront Newspapers

Nigerian Military Eliminate 61 Terrorists In Malam Fatori, Borno State

Global UpfrontMar 18, 2026March 18, 20260

By Zagazola Makama The Nigerian Army troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), in close coordination with the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), has neutralised no fewer

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

Nigeria: How Military Lost 7 Commanding Officers, 1 Brigadier General In 3 Months, 3 COs In Last 7 Days

Global UpfrontMar 10, 2026March 10, 20260

The Nigerian military has lost at least three commanding officers in charge of Forward Operations Bases (FOB) following attacks by Boko Haram and the Islamic

Military Admits U.S. Troops Presence in Nigeria On Non-combat Duties

Global UpfrontFeb 6, 2026February 6, 20260

The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) on Thursday confirmed the presence of United States (U.S.) troops in Nigeria but dismissed suggestions of combat deployment. Director

Alleged Coup: Military Hands Over Report To Tinubu

Global UpfrontJan 26, 2026January 26, 20260

The military has submitted to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the report of its investigation into what it tagged “indiscipline and breach of service regulations” by

Internal Security: Withdraw Military, Reform Police

Global UpfrontJan 23, 2026January 23, 20260

By Punch Editorial Board, Friday January 23, 2026 The concerns expressed by a former Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai, over the persistent deployment of

ADC Faults Tinubu’s Absence As Nigeria Celebrates Armed Forces Day

Global UpfrontJan 15, 2026January 15, 20260

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Thursday joined Nigerians in marking the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day (AFCRD), honouring fallen and serving members

60 Years After: Why Nzeogwu Coup Was Inevitable – Major General IBM Haruna

Global UpfrontJan 15, 2026January 15, 20260

Major-General Ibrahim Bata Malgwi Haruna (rtd) was a one-time Federal Commissioner for Information and Culture (1975 – 1977), and was former Chairman, Arewa Consultative Forum,

U.S. Airstrikes In Northern Nigeria: Possible Windfalls, As Well As Dangers

Global UpfrontJan 6, 2026January 6, 20260

By Olayinka Ajala A month before the US carried out its Christmas day attack on militants linked to the Islamic State group (IS) in north-western

438 Boko Haram, ISWAP Fighters Killed In 7 Months; 300 Communication Devices Seized – Nigerian Military

Global UpfrontDec 28, 2025December 28, 20251

The Joint Task Force North East Operation, Hadin Kai (OPHK), has said its troops killed 438 Boko Haram and ISWAP fighters in the last seven