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Isn't it funny that someone who became an olodé to safeguard,his family after one million boys took over the streets during the Ill-fated End SARs protest turned violent is here cheering on a needless war without minding what will be the fate of families caught up in the mess that's going to be created by this development.

Plumes of smoke rising after Iran targeted a United States military base in Bahrain, following Israel-US attacks across Iran. Two missiles were intercepted over Qatar and explosions were reportedly heard in Abu Dhabi, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia.
Middle East in war during Ramadan. Shakir Akorede

izzou:
If Iran strikes first - Iran is looking for trouble
Now wey na Israel nko?

Who has answered your question?

"Indonesia and Malaysia are challenging an assumption that modernisation naturally leads to secularisation. Despite their economic progress, religiosity is intensifying, not weakening." The Economist

If you followed the news over the years, and understood our trajectory, you would understand the frustration, anger and hysteria over this US-Nigeria deal, nay colonisation 2.0 being brought on us.

In 2014, the US Government under President Obama blocked Nigeria from Nigeria from purchasing Cobra-Attack helicopters, that would have been used to fight Boko Haram.

They cited the Leahy Law, and insisted Nigeria was committing human rights abuses in its fight against Boko Haram and was responsible for victimising Boko Haram suspects.

The then DMI Chief, Rear Admiral Gabriel Okoi, said the application of that law was hindering cooperation and ability to fight Boko Haram.

Late President Buhari pointedly said in 2015, that the application of the Leahy Law aided and abetted Boko Haram.

In 2018, Buhari committed what should have been an impeachable offence, drawing down the Excess Crude Account, to purchase US ammunition and equipment and then went to National Assembly for retroactive approval.

Buhari in his defence said, US gave a deadline for payment.

And yet, after payment that depleted our reserves and contributed to our exchange rate sliding down, the US Government stalled on release of those weapons, even including us into Country if Particular Concern in 2020.

Nigeria didn't get approval to release those attack helicopters until 2021.

That is, after initially blocking us from buying weapons and ammunition, in the first place, they later approved, allowed us draw down our external reserves and then stalled on delivery. Even when we had ongoing security challenges that kept getting bigger and bigger.

The Americans ran Buhari proper street.

Perhaps, many don't know, even after eventually releasing the Tucano fighter aircraft to Nigeria, the US placed geopgraphic restrictions on its use.

It restricted it to North-East, to fight Boko Haram and ISWAP, and initially disallowed its use in North-West, even when banditry festered.

This caused a contention when Nigeria tried to expand its use, to the North-West when banditry emerged.

So, after over 10 years of these games, we should get bludgeoned by a false Christian genocide propaganda fuelled by the same US that actively held our hands from fighting Boko Haram in the first place.

And furthermore, we should disengage from Russia military hardware, even when a vast stockpile of our weaponry has Soviet Union imprint.

Let's now get into our dark this goes. Faced with prospect of cancelled elections, if a section of Nigeria was unable to vote, the GEJ government in late 2014/2015 brought in STEPP, the South African mercenaries. Karounwi Adini

Breaking! DSS Strikes Again, Captures Sixth Owo Church Attacker

*High-profile ISWAP Commander hid in Edo Village for 4 years*

Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) have arrested the sixth person involved in the 2022 attack on St. Francis Catholic Church, Owo, Ondo state, in which over 40 worshippers lost their lives and scores more were left injured.

The DSS is currently prosecuting five persons — Idris Omeiza (25), Al Qasim Idris (20), Jamiu Abdulmalik (26), Abdulhaleem Idris (25), and Momoh Otuho Abubakar (47) for allegedly carrying out acts of terrorism.

For nearly four years, the sixth suspect evaded arrest, making him one of the most wanted fugitives in Nigeria.

A security source disclosed that DSS, operatives, who had for years been on the trail of the sixth suspect, identified as Sani Yusuf, arrested him in Iguosa community, along Powerline in Ovia North Local Government Area of Edo State.

According to the source, Yusuf, a high-profile commander of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) had after the Owo church attack, temporarily slipped into Kano before deciding to relocate to the sleepy community in Edo State.
The source further disclosed that Yusuf has since confessed to being involved in the planning and execution of the Owo church massacre.

In addition, continued the source, he confessed to other terrorist attacks by ISWAP, including the July 2022 Suleja military barracks attack, and kidnappings in Kaduna State and environs.

"He admitted his role in the Owo church attack, the Zuma Rock checkpoint assault, which claimed the lives of five soldiers, and several ISWAP kidnap operations," the source disclosed.

"Yusuf also disclosed that he served under other ISWAP top commanders like Abu Ikirimah, who was arrested by the DSS in 2024," another source offered.

"This arrest marks a significant milestone in the pursuit of justice for the victims of the Owo church attack, the soldiers killed at Zuma Rock checkpoint in Suleja, and underscores the relentless campaign by the DSS in the fight against terrorism," he declared.

My reflection this Ramadan is how precocious our ancestors were about keep dates.

British Explorer, Richard Lander reported seeing colourful celebrations of Eid-el-Fitri on the 27th of March 1830 in Badagry.

In 1840, Muslim communities in Badagry, Ijanna, Igboho, Ikoyi, Iseyin, Ketu, Lagos all celebrated ILEYA Festival.

My interest today is about the Muslims of Iseyin, and the writings of CMS Missionary, Reverend A.F Foster about them in August 1881.

Reverend Foster, used to regularly carry his evangelism to the Muslims of Iseyin. He used to visit Ijemba quarter of Iseyin, where there was a preponderance of Muslims regularly, and he said there was scarcely any Muslim gathering he didn't attend.

He described one of such occasions in Ramadan, on 12 August 1881.

People had gathered at the central Mosque in the morning for the Tafsir, and narrated his experience.

How kindly he was received,by the Imam and a stool offered to him.

The Mosque was filled with about 100 people listening to the exposition of the 49th chapter of the Quran.

He listened as the Imam admonished people against hard and improper use of their bond servants, encouraged them to be active in their professions, and warned them about maltreating their wives.

Of course, Reverend Foster was there to engage and preach Christianity to the Jamaa, engaging them to leave their "false Prophet" for the "true saviour" but even he admitted the peaceful and respectful manner the Muslim community engaged him.

This makes me reflect how through the efforts of our ancestors who accepted Islam, and strove for it, it has reached us, their descendants.

Without meeting us, or knowing how we would turn out, their deep conviction about their Islam has lived on, and been passed down,in their progeny causing us to benefit from this beautiful faith.

It is about 145 years later, and the admonition about manners, social relationships of members of community espoused by the Iseyin Imam are still as sound as ever.

May Allah forgive them all, and grant us too pious progeny to continue our legacy.

Aameeen. Karounwi Adini

PRESS RELEASE

TROOPS OF OPHK THWART TERRORIST ATTACK, NEUTRALISE INSURGENTS, RESCUES ABDUCTED CHILDREN

Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have sustained aggressive offensive and stabilisation operations across the theatre of OPHK, successfully thwarted a terrorist attack, neutralising insurgents, and rescuing kidnapped civilians in separate operations conducted on 20–21 February 2026.

In a major encounter, troops of Sector 1 , while on fighting patrol made contact with suspected JAS/ISWAP terrorists around Sabsawa village in Borno State. The troops responded with overwhelming firepower, forcing the terrorists to flee in disarray. During exploitation, five terrorists were neutralised.

Similarly, troops of OPHK, under Sector 1 , deployed at Ngurosoye rescued three abducted children — Abba Abba (12), Fatima Abba (, and Aisha Abba (6) — during a perimeter patrol in Bama Local Government Area of Borno State. Preliminary investigation revealed the victims were abducted about two months ago along the Gubio axis by suspected terrorists before being moved to Bula-Daloye. The children have been handed over to the Nigeria Police for further necessary action. Meanwhile, troops also recorded the surrender of an 18-year-old terrorist suspect, Abubakar Abubakar, at Geidam in Yobe State, where he is currently in custody for profiling.

Across other sectors of OPHK, troops in aggressive posture, conducted offensive operations in collaboration with hybrid forces, vigilantes, and hunters to deny terrorists freedom of action. All operations were largely hitch-free, while ongoing exploitation and monitoring continue across the theatre. The military high command commended the troops for their sustained morale and fighting efficiency, assuring that pressure on terrorist elements will be maintained until lasting peace and economic stability are achieved in the North East region.

SANI UBA
Lieutenant Colonel
Media Information Officer
Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI
21 February, 2026

Gunmen killed at least 50 people and abducted women and children in an overnight assault on a village in northwestern Nigeria’s Zamfara State, say authorities. Al Jazeera News

Terrorists kill 34 fasting Muslims in Kebbi latest attack
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2026/02/terrorist-kill-34-fasting-muslims-in-kebbi-latest-attack/

RAMADAN CRESCENT SIGHTING UPDATE!
Assalamu alaikum,

His Eminence has confirmed the sighting of the Ramadan crescent in Nigeria and has declared that tomorrow, February 18th, will mark the beginning of Ramadan 1447. Source: National Moonsighting Committee

GOOD NEWS: Operatives of the Office of the National Security Adviser, in a joint operation with the Department of State Services (DSS) and the 2 Division of the Nigerian Army, have neutralized notorious bandit kingpin Kachalla Kabiru and several of his lieutenants during a military operation in Kogi State, North Central Nigeria.

According to report, the operation which culminated in airstrikes carried out by the Nigerian Air Force, was executed following weeks of sustained intelligence gathering and surveillance that confirmed the presence of the bandit leader at a designated hideout.

izzou:
What is the scenario currently?

People using biros to cancel numbers and rewrite
Ballot boxes and papers snatched on their way to the collation centers
Figures not adding up with registered voters

You guys make it sound like we are doing fine, and this is just a casual ask. The whole system isn't okay.

Is the system OK? no, it is not. Is the alternative being proposed feasible and reliable? No, I doubt.
This is fuel subsidy subsidy removal kind of argument all over when something appears good on paper but factoring our peculiarities will make it lose its panacea status. Is it not in Nigeria that people will set offices on fire to sabotage system.

Imagine a scenario during transmission of election result server got attacked and shut down like our electricity grid and upon restoration results are now different from the uploaded version. What will be the reaction?

popizaino:
All those trophies would have been won with or without Ozil.

Bruno Fernandez in any of the teams Ozil played would have starred better with even better stats.

Look, if you want fancy aesthetics with inferior efficiency, a lack of big game performances, you go Ozil.

But if you value football as a whole, the tactical side, you will appreciate Bruno Fernandes.

Özil was integral to Arsenal, Madrid, and Germany successes during his playing days, I'm not saying he's better than De Bruyne but he wasn't a carry along

PRESS RELEASE

TROOPS OF 4 BRIGADE RAID KIDNAPPERS’ HIDEOUT, ARREST SUSPECTS IN EDO NORTH SENATORIAL DISTRICT

Troops of 4 Brigade, Nigerian Army, in collaboration with personnel of the Nigerian Air Force, Edo State Police Command, the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), and the Edo State Security Corps, on 4 February 2026 conducted a clearance operation, codenamed Operation IGBO DANU 1 to neutralise, flush out terrorists, kidnappers and rescue victims at Osara Community in Etsako West Local Government Area as well as Auchi and Okpella Communities all in Edo North Senatorial District of Edo State.

During the operation, eight suspected kidnappers and illicit drug peddlers were arrested. The suspects were identified as Jamilu Mohammad (25), Kasim Abu (33), Braimoh Affeez (31), Sulaiman Hamisu (36), Lawan Umaru (25), Bawa Auwal (24), Musa Umaru (40), and Amodu Attai (50). Weapons recovered from the suspects include one English Auto Pump-action gun, four live cartridges, and one locally made pistol.

Other items seized were a Point-of-Sale (POS) machine, two cutlasses, a Nikon digital camera, two Android phones, a metal hook, five bottles of codeine syrup, two Indian hemp weighing scales, and quantities of substances suspected to be cannabis sativa, tramadol, ice, loud and colos. The sum of ₦87,550 was also recovered.The suspects and recovered items have been handed over to the Edo State Police Command for further investigation.

In a related development, troops of 4 Brigade, in conjunction with the Edo State Police Command also combed the Aviele Forest in Etsako West Local Government Area aimed at flushing out suspected terrorists and kidnappers.

During the raid, five suspected kidnappers, Isiaka Abubakar (37), Mohammad Abubakar (25), Yusuf Abubakar (24), Mohammed Somu (20), and Isiaka Ibrahim (30) were arrested. Items recovered from them include two motorcycles, two Android phones, and a power bank.The suspects and recovered items were also handed over to the police for further investigation.

The Commander 4 Brigade, Brigadier General Ahmed Balogun, who led the operations, commended the swift response and collaboration among the security agencies. He warned that Edo State will be untenable for terrorists, kidnappers and other criminal elements to carry out their nefarious activities. He also reaffirmed the Brigade’s commitment to safeguarding lives and properties in the state. He expressed appreciation to the General Officer Commanding 2 Division Nigerian Army, Major General Chinedu Nnebeife, for his strategic guidance and support.

Kennedy Anyanwu
Captain
Assistant Director Army Public Relations
4 Brigade Nigerian Army
5 February 2026.

izzou:
I watched a reel yesterday of one white guy saying he's surprised that Nigeria is talking about other things, rather than the death of 170 people.

Lately, it's starting to look disturbing.

Gunmen will just kill people. Governor go talk. Tinubu go send soldiers, and that's all.

I remember when the Ikeja Bomb blast happened. It was a Sunday. The next day, everywhere was moody. Tinubu spoke that night. The country's flag was lowered at half mast...Like..You would know that something bad happened to Nigeria.

How did this country get to this point. 160 people died, and we are talking about PDP led faction, and a lot of rubbish.!

Jehovah, have mercy.

On this thread no be nollywood gossip took center stage on the day of the massacre?

OPERATION WHIRL STROKE INTENSIFIES INTELLIGENCE-DRIVEN OPERATIONS, NEUTRALIZE ARMED BANDIT AND ARREST CRIMINAL SUSPECTS

Troops of the Joint Task Force, Operation WHIRL STROKE (OPWS), have continued to sustain an enhanced operational tempo through intelligence-led aggressive fighting patrols, recording significant successes against criminal elements across parts of Benue and Nasarawa States.

On 3 February 2026, troops of Sector 1, OPWS, acting on credible intelligence regarding the activities of armed herders in Ayamba Village, Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State, swiftly mobilised in conjunction with personnel of the Nigerian Police Force and operatives of the Benue State Civil Protection Guard to the location.

Upon arrival at Ayamba Village, contact was made with the armed elements, leading to a brief engagement during which one armed bandit was neutralised. Troops also recovered one AK-47 rifle, three rounds of 7.62mm x 39 special ammunition, and two magazines from the scene.

Similarly, on 4 February 2026, troops of Sector 2, OPWS, deployed at Patrol Base Agyaragu in Nasarawa State, received actionable intelligence from a local hunter about suspected armed robbers lurking along the Asupe–Ome Road in Obi Local Government Area. Acting promptly on the information, the troops moved to the general area in collaboration with the hunter.

During the operation, one suspected armed robber, identified as Adam Paul, aged 34, was arrested, and one AK-47 rifle was recovered. Preliminary interrogation revealed that the suspect obtained the weapon from one Tela Obu, a resident of Duduguru Community in Obi LGA. Two other suspects, identified as John Amos and Elisha, also residents of Duduguru Community, fled the scene and are currently at large. Efforts are ongoing to apprehend the suspects.

In another development on the same day, troops of the COAS Intervention Battalion IX, deployed at Agbaragba in Benue State, responded swiftly to a distress call from local residents concerning the mobilisation of some youths from Agagbe community to rustle cattle. On arrival at the location, troops discovered several dead cattle at different points. However, three suspects were arrested in connection with the incident and subsequently handed over to the Nigeria Police Force in Naka for further investigation and prosecution.

In a similar vein, on 5 February 2026, troops deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Agbagbe received credible intelligence indicating that some youths were actively butchering rustled cattle meat inside a residential building within Agagbe Community. Two suspects were apprehended at the scene while in possession of mutilated and butchered meat believed to have been obtained from rustled cattle. Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspects were allegedly involved in cattle rustling activities within the general area, a criminal act that has continued to threaten livelihoods and undermine peace in rural communities. The arrested suspects have since been taken into custody for investigation and possible prosecution in line with extant laws.

The Force Commander, Joint Task Force Operation WHIRL STROKE, Major General Moses Gara, commended the troops for their resilience, vigilance and aggressive posture in denying criminals freedom of action. He stated that the recorded successes are in line with the directive of the military high command, for commanders to scale up and intensify aggressive fighting patrols while enhancing intelligence-driven operations.

Major General Gara further charged the troops to sustain the momentum and maintain a strong fighting efficiency to deter and neutralise criminal activities within the Joint Operations Area. He also expressed appreciation to local communities and members of other security agencies for their continued support and cooperation, which have contributed significantly to the successes recorded by Operation WHIRL STROKE.

AHMAD ZUBAIRU ZUBAIRU
Lieutenant
Acting Media Information Officer
HQ JTF Operation WHIRL STROKE
05 February 2026

PRESS RELEASE

EXCLUSIVE ON TERRORIST DETENTION FACILITIES DEEP INSIDE THE TIMBUKTU TRIANGLE DESTROYED BY TROOPS OF OPERATION HADIN KAI

Troops of the Joint Task Force North East Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), recorded a major operational breakthrough following a carefully coordinated operations in the last 2 weeks leading to the capture and destruction of notorious ISWAP terrorists detention facility deep within the forested Timbuktu Triangle in Gujba Local Government Area. The development marks a significant advance into areas long considered beyond the reach of security forces and underscores the growing effectiveness and sustainability of ongoing counter-insurgency operations.

The operation was conducted as part of Operation DESERT SANITY V, following sustained offensive pressure and intelligence-led manoeuvres that forced terrorist elements to abandon critical facilities deep within their strongholds. Their exposure and destruction clearly demonstrate that troops of OPHK have advanced well into inner sanctuaries of ISWAP terrorists denying the group both physical space and psychological advantage.

From 21 January 2026 to date, troops uncovered and destroyed 3 major terrorists detention facilities concealed within the Timbuktu Triangle forest which stretches across Borno and Yobe states. Preliminary assessments indicated that the facilities had the capacity to hold up to 300 detainees, highlighting their strategic importance to ISWAP terrorists operational and coercive framework. Further findings indicated that sustained offensive action by troops directly led to the escape of over 70 captives previously held by the terrorists. This was corroborated by many of the escaped captives who later resurfaced in several villages like Goniri, Buratai and Mandaragirau among others.

One of the escapees, Malam Jidda Ba Jidda, a native of Kufi village near Buratai in Biu LGA who was abducted on 22 December 2025, disclosed that he escaped during the gun duel between the terrorists and advancing troops in the Timbuktu Triangle.

During the series of encounters in the Timbuktu Triangle, ISWAP suffered significant combat losses, with no fewer than 32 fighters neutralised, including 2 Qaids and 3 Munzirs, while several others sustained serious injuries during fierce engagements with troops

Following thorough clearance of the area, the 3 detention facilities were deliberately demolished, permanently denying ISWAP the ability to reuse or reoccupy the site. The operation was conducted successfully and without incident, reflecting the resilience, professionalism, discipline and combat effectiveness of the troops of OPHK.

The destruction of the detention camp marks more than a tactical victory. It degrades ISWAP’s internal enforcement mechanisms, disrupts the terrorists ability to detain and collect ransom from civilians, and further constricts their freedom of action. The escape of a large number of detainees not only deprives the terrorists of a key tool of funding, but also undermines their control over local populations while potentially providing valuable intelligence and testimonies that can aid ongoing operations.

While the general security situation across the Theatre remains calm but unpredictable, troops’ morale and fighting efficiency remain satisfactory. The Armed Forces remain committed to sustaining pressure on terrorist elements, denying them safe havens, and restoring lasting peace and security across the North East of

SANI UBA
Lieutenant Colonel
Media Information Officer
Headquarters Joint Task Force
North East Operation HADIN KAI
3 February 2026

‎2 DIVISION LAUNCHES OPERATION IGBO DANU (OPERATION FOREST FLUSH) CRUSHES TERRORISTS IN KWARA
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‎Troops of 22 Armoured Brigade of the Nigerian Army with massive support from ONSA has sustained coordinated offensive operations against terrorist elements within the Joint Operations Area (JOA), achieving notable successes between 23 and 29 January 2026.
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‎These operations were conducted under the leadership of Major General Chinedu Nnebife, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 2 Division Nigerian Army and Commander Sector 3, Operation FANSAN YAMMA (OPFY), alongside Brigadier General Nicholas Rume, the Commander 22 Brigade. Their efforts reflect high operational responsiveness and determination to dismantle terrorist networks.
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‎In the engagements, troops , in collaboration with the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), conducted fighting patrols in several bandits enclaves. They successfully neutralised a terrorists, while others managed to escape into the forest with suspected gunshot wounds. Their hideouts and camps were completely destroyed leaving the brigands dislodged.
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‎Similarly, troops cleared Garin Dandi, a known enclave of bandits in the Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State leading to the decimation of the bandits logistics bases and supply system.
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‎Troops also stormed remote camps hitherto inaccessible to security forces where several abandoned camps and logistics enablers were destroyed significantly degrading the terrorists' sustainment capability.
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‎Despite the difficult and restrictive terrain, troops maintained an aggressive posture throughout the forested areas, effectively denying the bandits freedom of movement. Furthermore, troops intercepted fleeing elements at various blocking positions, leading to the arrest of suspected bandits. The operations also resulted in the rescue of numerous kidnap victims from different camps in the state.
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‎Observations from the operations indicate that bandits receive support from collaborators within nearby communities, who provide intelligence on troop movements, enabling early withdrawal from targeted locations. The successes recorded underscore the resolve and operational effectiveness of the Divison in degrading terrorist elements and restoring security across Kwara State.
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‎The GOC 2 Division Nigerian Army has called on members of the public to continue to provide credible and timely information on bandits and their collaborators to enhance ongoing operations. The operation is ongoing to deal decisively with all terrorist networks operating within Kwara State.

MAUREEN OGBUKA
Captain
For Acting Deputy Director
2 Division Army Public Relations Nigerian Army/ Sector 3 Operations FANSAN YAMMA
30 January 2026

A man said to ʿAbdullaah ibn ʿUmar
رضي الله عنه

“Are we not among the poor emigrants?”

So ʿAbdullaah ibn ʿUmar said to him: “Do you have a wife to whom you return?” He replied, “Yes.”

He said: “Do you have a dwelling in which you reside?” He replied, “Yes.”

He said: “Then you are among the wealthy.”

The man added: “And I have a servant.” He replied: “Then you are among the kings.”

[Narrated by Muslim, 2979]

🌍 Top 10 contributors to global real GDP growth (2026)

1．🇨🇳 China — 26.6%
2．🇮🇳 India — 17.0%
3．🇺🇸 United States — 9.9%
4．🇮🇩 Indonesia — 3.8%
5．🇹🇷 Türkiye — 2.2%
6．🇳🇬 Nigeria — 1.5%
7．🇧🇷 Brazil — 1.5%
8．🇻🇳 Vietnam — 1.6%
9．🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia — 1.7%
10．🇩🇪 Germany — 0.9%

📌 China + India alone = 43.6% of global growth
📌 Asia-Pacific accounts for ~50% of total growth

Source: IMF

FINAL MOP-UP EXERCISE FOR RESIDENCY TRAINING IN LUTH

This is to inform all interested candidates that final preparations are ongoing for the employment of resident doctors at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH).

All candidates who had earlier indicated interest in applying for residency training at LUTH but were unable to participate in the last mop-up exercise are hereby invited to apply, as the application has been extended for one (1) week.

Incase you are interested in Residency and about to Sit for Primary in either of the Colleges (National/West Africa), You can also Apply.

Candidates who successfully apply within this period will be invited for an *immediate interview, scheduled to hold within two (2) weeks.

The general public is therefore advised to take advantage of this opportunity.

Thank you all.


Dr. Komolafe Ayo
SOTARD, LUTH
29.01.26

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI Engage and Defeat Terrorists in Dawn Battles, Maintain Firm Control in the North East

In a well-coordinated dawn attack on 28 January 2026, troops of Sector 1 Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) conducted successful night dawn surprise operations at Bula Dalo, where they neutralized over 12 terrorists, compelling the remnants to flee in disarray and leading to the recovery of 4 AK-47 rifles, one PKT anti aircraft gun, one Rocket Propelled Gun, and one multiple grenade launcher. In a separate, deliberate operation at Garno terrorist camp, troops of Sector 1 further degraded terrorist capabilities by neutralizing 6 terrorists, destroying their life-support structures, and recovering a huge cache of PKT anti aircraft ammunition.

In a related development, troops of Sector 2 OPHK at Sabon Gari were also confronted with an ISWAP attack supported by multiple armed drones in the early hours of 29 January 2025. Although the terrorists briefly breached a part of the defensive location, the gallant troops swiftly repelled the assault, held their ground, and restored full control with timely reinforcement from nearby locations. Regrettably, some courageous troops and members of the Civilian Joint Task Force paid the supreme price in the course of defending the location, while an excavator and lowbed also got damaged as a result of the armed drone attack. Exploitation of the area is ongoing as operations continue to deny terrorists freedom of action.

SANI UBA
Lieutenant Colonel
Media Information Officer
Headquarters Joint Task Force North East Operation HADIN KAI
29 January 2026

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