nigerian army Archives - PRNigeria News https://prnigeria.com/tag/nigerian-army/ Reliable Platform for Press Release Syndication Sun, 09 Aug 2026 11:48:13 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.3 https://i0.wp.com/prnigeria.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/PRNigeria-Icon.jpg?fit=32%2C23&ssl=1 nigerian army Archives - PRNigeria News https://prnigeria.com/tag/nigerian-army/ 32 32 42672738 Edo: Troops Kill Kidnapper, Rescue Farmer During Ransom Collection https://prnigeria.com/2026/08/09/edo-troops-kill-kidnapper/ Sun, 09 Aug 2026 11:48:13 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=198850 Troops of the Nigerian Army, in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force, have killed a suspected kidnapper and rescued a

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]]> 198850 Military Intercepts 3 Suspected Terrorists, Eliminates One in Borno https://prnigeria.com/2026/08/09/military-intercepts-suspected/ Sun, 09 Aug 2026 10:25:24 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=198845 Military Intercepts 3 Suspected Terrorists, Eliminates One in Borno Troops of the Nigerian Army, in collaboration with members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), have intercepted three suspected terrorists in Konduga Local Government Area of Borno State. The suspects were intercepted at about 2:14 p.m. on August 5 by troops of 73 Battalion, working […]

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]]> 198845 Troops, Hunters Foil Terrorists’ Tax Collection From Herders, Recover Arms in Adamawa https://prnigeria.com/2026/08/08/troops-hunters-foil-terrorists/ Sat, 08 Aug 2026 19:16:12 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=198808 Troops, Hunters Foil Terrorists’ Tax Collection From Herders, Recover Arms in Adamawa Troops of the Nigerian Army, in collaboration with local hunters, have ambushed suspected terrorists allegedly collecting illegal taxes from herders along the Gaba–Dzangola highway in Gombi Local Government Area of Adamawa State. The operation, conducted by troops of the 226 Battalion, followed intelligence […]

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]]> 198808 Troops Nab 2 Suspected Terrorist Vendors in Adamawa, Recover Cash, Phones https://prnigeria.com/2026/08/08/troops-nab-suspected-3/ Sat, 08 Aug 2026 19:10:20 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=198805 Troops Nab 2 Suspected Terrorist Vendors in Adamawa, Recover Cash, Phones Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested two suspected associates of terrorists, including an alleged logistics vendor, during an intelligence-led operation in Mubi, Adamawa State. The operation was conducted at about 9:50 p.m. on August 6, 2026, by troops of the 247 Reconnaissance Battalion, […]

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]]> 198805 Nigerian Army Deploys Trained Troops to New Divisions, Formations https://prnigeria.com/2026/08/07/army-expands-force-formation/ Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:24:51 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=198726 Nigerian Army is expanding its force structure and strengthening combat capability as newly trained soldiers prepare to serve in additional divisions, formations and

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]]> 198726 Nigerian Army Contingent Trains, Empowers 7 Beninese Youths in Cotonou https://prnigeria.com/2026/08/04/nigerian-army-contingent/ Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:10:30 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=198511 Nigerian Army Contingent Trains, Empowers 7 Beninese Youths in Cotonou The Nigerian Army troops deployed on a peace support mission in the Republic of Benin under Operation Atileyin Alafia II (OPAA II) have strengthened civil-military relations by empowering seven Beninese beneficiaries with salon starter kits after completing a three-month vocational skills acquisition programme in Cotonou. […]

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]]> 198511 Army Destroys IEDs, Arrest Two Suspected Informants in Borno https://prnigeria.com/2026/08/03/army-destroys-ieds-arrest-two/ Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:55:19 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=198415 Army Destroys IEDs, Arrest Two Suspected Informants in Borno Troops of the Nigerian Army have recorded operational successes in Borno State, destroying two improvised explosive devices (IEDs) along the Gwoza–Wala Road and arresting two suspected terrorist informants at Askira Uba Market. Security sources disclosed that troops of the 26 Task Force Brigade Garrison discovered the […]

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]]> 198415 Nigerian Army Participates in Benin Republic’s 66th Independence Anniversary Parade https://prnigeria.com/2026/08/03/nigerian-army-participates/ Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:48:32 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=198412 Nigerian Army Participates in Benin Republic’s 66th Independence Anniversary Parade The Nigerian Army has participated in the 66th Independence Anniversary celebration of the Republic of Benin, held on August 1 at the Esplanade de l’Amazone along Boulevard de la Marina in Cotonou. The Nigerian Army contingent, drawn from the 9 Brigade, joined senior government officials, […]

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]]> 198412 Militants Surrender Arms as Troops Recover Gun Machines, IED in South-East https://prnigeria.com/2026/08/02/militants-surrender-arms/ Sun, 02 Aug 2026 19:13:52 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=198357 Militants Surrender Arms as Troops Recover Gun Machines, IED in South-East The Nigerian Army has recorded another operational breakthrough in the South-East following the voluntary surrender of weapons by members of a militant group and the recovery of additional firearms, ammunition and an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in separate operations. The successes were recorded by […]

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]]> 198357 Troops Arrest Suspected Killers of Soldier, Recover Stolen Military Rifles in South-East https://prnigeria.com/2026/08/02/troops-arrest-suspected-16/ Sun, 02 Aug 2026 18:59:54 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=198353 Troops Arrest Suspected Killers of Soldier, Recover Stolen Military Rifles in South-East Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested three suspected members of a criminal gang allegedly linked to the May 4 ambush that killed a soldier and wounded another, recovering military weapons stolen during the attack in a coordinated operation across Rivers, Delta and […]

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]]> 198353 Army Rescues Abducted Army Officer, Civilian After 10-Day Search Operation in Enugu https://prnigeria.com/2026/08/02/army-rescues-abducted-army/ Sun, 02 Aug 2026 18:54:44 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=198351 Army Rescues Abducted Army Officer, Civilian After 10-Day Search Operation in Enugu Troops of the Nigerian Army, supported by other security forces, have rescued a senior Army officer, Lt. Col. Ofor Amobi, and a civilian, Mr. Ikechukwu Onwuanra, after a 10-day search-and-rescue operation across forests and adjoining communities in Enugu State. The victims were reportedly […]

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]]> 198351 Troops Rescue 14 Kidnap Victims Along Lagos–Benin Highway in Edo https://prnigeria.com/2026/07/31/troops-rescue-kidnap-victims-10/ Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:57:14 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=198195 Troops Rescue 14 Kidnap Victims Along Lagos–Benin Highway in Edo Troops of the 4 Brigade Nigerian Army, under the 2 Division and participating in Operation WABAIZIGAN, have rescued 14 kidnapped victims following a swift response to a kidnap incident along the Lagos–Benin Expressway in Ovia North East Local Government Area of Edo State. The successful […]

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]]> 198195 Army Dismantles Illegal Bunkering Site in Lagos, Arrests 6 Suspects https://prnigeria.com/2026/07/29/army-dismantles-illegal/ Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:34:39 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=198012 Army Dismantles Illegal Bunkering Site in Lagos, Arrests 6 Suspects Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 65 Battalion have dismantled a suspected illegal bunkering site in the Orile General Area of Lagos State, arresting six suspected oil bunkerers during an intelligence-led operation. The operation, conducted under the leadership of the Commanding Officer, Lieutenant Colonel S. Adeojo, […]

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]]> 198012 Police, Troops Rescue 32 Hostages After Fierce Gun Battle with Bandits in Sokoto https://prnigeria.com/2026/07/29/police-troops-rescue-hostages/ Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:21:34 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=198008 Police, Troops Rescue 32 Hostages After Fierce Gun Battle with Bandits in Sokoto Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force, supported by troops of the Nigerian Army, have rescued 32 kidnapped victims following a fierce gun battle with armed bandits in Maikujera village, Rabah Local Government Area of Sokoto State. Security sources said the operation was […]

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]]> 198008 Army Intercepts 1,200 Litres of Illegally Refined Diesel in Akwa Ibom https://prnigeria.com/2026/07/28/army-intercepts-litres/ Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:21:22 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=197925 Army Intercepts 1,200 Litres of Illegally Refined Diesel in Akwa Ibom Troops of the 2 Brigade Nigerian Army, operating under Sector 4 of Operation DELTA SAFE, have intercepted a vehicle transporting about 1,200 litres of suspected illegally refined Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) during an anti-illegal oil bunkering operation in Akwa Ibom State. The operation was […]

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]]> 197925 Court Orders Reinstatement, Salary Payment for 70 Pardoned Soldiers https://prnigeria.com/2026/07/28/court-orders-reinstatement/ Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:13:57 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=197923 Court Orders Reinstatement, Salary Payment for 70 Pardoned Soldiers The National Industrial Court (NIC) in Lagos has ordered the Nigerian Army to reinstate 70 soldiers who were convicted by courts-martial in 2014 but later received an unconditional presidential pardon from the late former President Muhammadu Buhari. In a judgment delivered on July 20, Justice Sanda […]

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]]> 197923 Two Soldiers Killed as Troops Repel Terrorist Attacks in Zamfara, Niger, Recover Weapons, Motorcycles https://prnigeria.com/2026/07/27/two-soldiers-killed-troops-2/ Mon, 27 Jul 2026 20:22:44 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=197903 Two Soldiers Killed as Troops Repel Terrorist Attacks in Zamfara, Niger, Recover Weapons, Motorcycles Troops of the Nigerian Army have recorded fresh operational gains against terrorists in separate engagements in Zamfara and Niger states, recovering a machine gun, ammunition and six motorcycles, although one soldier was killed and two others wounded during the operations. Military […]

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]]> 197903 How the New Army Formations Will Rewrite Kwara’s Security Story By Bashir Adigun https://prnigeria.com/2026/07/27/new-army-formations-will/ Mon, 27 Jul 2026 10:54:14 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=197863 How the New Army Formations Will Rewrite Kwara’s Security Story By Bashir Adigun For years, the people of Kwara State have lived with a painful contradiction. Widely regarded as one of Nigeria’s most peaceful states, Kwara has increasingly found itself on the frontline of insecurity, with criminal elements exploiting its vast forests, porous borders, and […]

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]]> 197863 Army Rescues Two Kidnap Victims During Operation in Taraba https://prnigeria.com/2026/07/27/army-rescues-two-kidnap/ Mon, 27 Jul 2026 10:08:55 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=197857 Army Rescues Two Kidnap Victims During Operation in Taraba Troops of the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, operating under Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have rescued two kidnapped victims during a coordinated offensive operation in Lau Local Government Area of Taraba State. The rescue operation was carried out in the early hours of July […]

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]]> 197857 Troops Nab 5 Suspected IPOB/ESN Militants in Imo https://prnigeria.com/2026/07/26/troops-nab-suspected-ipob-esn/ Sun, 26 Jul 2026 11:07:22 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=197775 Troops Nab 5 Suspected IPOB/ESN Militants in Imo Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested five suspected members of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN), during a security operation in Orsu Local Government Area of Imo State. The suspects were apprehended during a surveillance operation […]

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