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HAPPENING NOW (DAY TWO)

Pictorial news of the Day Two of COAS Annual Conference 2018 holding at Command Guest House, Maiduguri the Borno State Capital.

kabe1:
This soldier is still alive you illiterate fvck!

Why is it so difficult for you to verify your posts before posting them?

Damn........ You're dumb!

It's so glaring you are a product of a broken home & society, I don't blame you.

They must have given up all hope on you, barstard.

#CION

PRESS BRIEFING BY THE ACTING DIRECTOR DEFENCE INFORMATION BRIGADEIER GENERAL JOHN AGIM ON THE ACTIVITIES OF CLEARANCE OPERATION IN LOKOJA KOGI STATE ON 24 NOVEMBER 2018

1. I am happy to be in your midst this morning on the occasion of press briefing on the activities of Clearance Operation in Kogi State which is being conducted by the combined forces of the military and other security agencies. This is my maiden Media chat since the inauguration of Clearance Operation which is now operating under the auspices of Operation 777. Operation 777 was launched on 8 October 2018 by Defence Headquarters to re-jig our existing operations all over the country in order to close gaps between them, and to avoid criminals and bandits escaping from one operation theatre to other. Clearance Operation has significantly achieved the set objectives for which Op 777 was set up.

2. Prior to the launch of Op 777 there was a large scale security threats in Kogi State. These included armed robbery, insurgent activities, boundary disputes, cattle rustling, political thuggery, cultism and kidnapping among others. The security threats had led to loss of lives, destruction of properties and disruption of socio-economic activities. The 3 senatorial areas of the State have their own peculiar nature of crime. The Eastern Senatorial District witnessed large scale destruction of lives and properties occasioned by ethnic rivalry, Western Senatorial District had incessant kidnappings and herdsmen/farmers clashes while Central Senatorial Zone was faced with assassination and kidnappings. With the commencement of Op 777 the troops put up offensive posture and embarked on series of operations that denied the hoodlums and criminals freedom of actions within the JOA.

3. Kogi State is strategic to the security and socio-economic calculation of Nigeria because it is a gateway between the northern and southern part of Nigeria. It also shares boundaries with nine states and FCT, as such, the state is susceptible to spill over effect of violence and other diverse influences from these contiguous states. There are 8 operation sectors within the JOA and each sector covers 2 to 3 LGAs. Each sector has established Sector Headquarters and 2 sub-sectors for administrative expediency. There are also 3 Senatorial zones in Kogi state; Kogi Central, East and West. For effective coordination of this exercise, all sectors were collapsed and a Battalion established in each of the senatorial zones, while a Brigade HQs is located at Central zone which oversees the Battalions. 91 Brigade located at Irepene, 911 Battalion at Odo Ape and 912 Battalion at Oku Obayin, while 913 Battalion is at Bassa.

4. In addition, the troops of Clearance Operation provide security to Key Points and Vulnerable Points such as Geregu Power Plant, Dangote Cement Factory Obajana and 2 strategic bridges at Jamata and Itobe. There are also escort duties on daily bases for high profile personalities plying routes within JOA. Troops also provide assistance to NEMA officials as well as monitoring distribution of relief materials at IDP Camps within the State.

5. Through the renew vigor and determination of the troops in this special operation, relative peace have been restored and hence, the troops dominate the operating environment, thereby creating safe and conducive atmosphere for socio-economic activities to thrive. Local traders, motorists, travelers and residents of villages/settlements in these general areas are now conducting their business unmolested. The relative peace and security being witnessed was made possible through joint operations and synergy of efforts by the security agencies and cooperative posture of the State Government, locals and other well meaning citizens of Kogi State.

6. It is noteworthy to mention that the intensity of offensive operation across the state has led to the recovering of some illegal arms and ammunition across the Clearance Operation’s JOA. These included:

a. 7 Locally fabricated guns.
b. 1 AK47 Rifle
c. 2 Magazines.
d. 45 Rounds of Assorted ammunition.

7. During the period under review, 20 notorious criminals were arrested, which included Mr Eleme Salihu, the kidnapper kingpin at Itobe in Ofu LGA of the State. The troops also foiled several kidnapping attempts and intensified continuous confidence building through patrols, show of force, blocking operations, as well as cordon and search. This strategy has yielded positive results with arrest of high profile suspects and recovering of weapons. Clearance Op also deters activities of illegal bunkering through routine patrols of pipelines within the JOA.

8. Ladies and Gentlemen, let me reassure members of the general public of our determination to protect lives and properties of law abiding citizens. Likewise, members of the public are enjoined to be security conscious and desist from any act that could breach peace and security. Youths should shun political thuggery, violent crimes, banditry and cultism.

9. Permit me at point to commend the media for your cooperation and support to Clearance Op. This support should be sustained in order to achieve a crime-free society and state. While pledging that our troops will continue to be professional in the discharge of their duties, law abiding citizens should endeavour to give timely information to security agencies for prompt action.

That mad bitten dog his here again.

Officers and soldiers slain in Metele have identity. Their efforts and sacrifices should not be in vain. The authorities must do what they must to prosecute the unnecessary war in the northeast to a logical conclusion. Rest in peace, Maj. (Dr) Alobi Nsor and companion.

fabselad:
This are sessionist in cameroon. they were caught off guard by the cameroonian soldiers in their camp.please stop spreading false information.

False news

Not a single weapon was found.

JUST IN: Troops of 143 Battalion deployed at a check point in Gulak Adamawa State, neutralised a girl with Person-Borne Improvised Explosive Device who tried to Infiltrate DAR Village to detonate her explosive vest in the early hours of 26 November 2018.

The gallant troops in conjunction with hunters and vigilantes immediately cordoned off the incident area and subsequently conducted perimeter patrol around the community to ensure the area is cleared and to also exploit the area for BHT activities. Pictures are shown below.

JUST IN: Troops of 707 Special Forces Brigade Makurdi, operating along Katsina Ala -Zaki Biam general areas, engaged some militias on 26 November 2018. One militia member was neutralised with others fled with gunshot wounds. Items recovered include locally made weapons and ammunition. Pictures below.

#NA

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#Wilayat Gharb Ifriqiyah #ISWAP says this is it's fourth Vicker Tank it captured from Nigerian forces at the fringes of Lake Tchad.

#Libya- Mi-2 helicopter out of #Misrata airbase in pre-flight for reconnaissance sortie .

#Libya- #GNA Coast Guard in #Tripoli received "Ubari", a patrol boat formerly named "ccrrubia" out of Messina, #Italy, to join the "Fezzan" (received in October) in patrols, surveillance, maritime policing, and counter-smuggling/trafficking

Graphic images!!!!!!!!!







There's a genocide going on in the Southern Cameroons & the world is watching in silence. Here're corpses of 32 young men killed & burnt moments later by the Cameroon military. We all must speak out against these crimes.

The Egyptian New Ministry of defense HQ & Armed Forces Complex “The Octagon”

krattoss:
I heard the mi35 and some f7s bombarded bht elements even on chadian airspace aftermath of the matele attack.
. How true is this.. Bidexiii

Heard about these but I think they are rumours.

More

#COIN

Sizzorkay:
You just love going in circles while convincing yourself that you are saying something that makes sense right?
I mean, for the love of God, i just said the country is not worth dying for since the leadership doesn't care about the ppl, i said soldiers should down tools and walk if they aren't being well taken care of, yet you just literally said the exact same thing.
And if they are not willing to, they shouldn't be there, at least they would be alive, in case you still don't get it, them losing the battle wasn't the issue here, them dying is, get it? I got upset and sad that they died. How many times do i gotta repeat this? We lost a lot of soldiers we shouldn't have lost.
wow, well that's it for me on this subject.
But next time you disagree with anything i write, respond without insult, that shouldn't be too hard, i don't know you and we never had issues before, so no need for all that.

Please Where did I insult you ... telling you should stop spitting what you don't know of ... has become an insult, whereas it's an actual fact.

PRESS RELEASE

TROOPS ARREST NOTORIOUS GUN RUNNER

1. It is noteworthy to state that the on going Operation WHIRL PUNCH is achieving successes in all formations of Headquarters, 1 Division Nigerian Army. The latest being the interception and arrest of a notorious gun runner called RABI'U AKILU. He was arrested at the Garoji Army Check point in Bargu general area of New Bussa LGA of Niger state on 22 November 2018.

2. Acting on intelligence and careful trail, the vehicle was intercepted and the following items were discovered:
a. 21 fabricated locally made single barrels.
b. 15 fabricated locally made barrels Ghana made.
c. 10 fabricated locally made pistols.
d. 343 Cartridges.
e. One Toyota Corolla with registration number ZUR 416 DX KEBBI.

3. Mr Rabi'u Akilu hails from Dangulbi village of Maru LGA of Zamfara state. He is currently assisting security operatives in the investigation.

4. The general public, especially motorists are requested to please cooperate with the troops during any stop and search operation and continue to volunteer information on the activities of the criminals in the society.

5. The troops under Operation WHIRL PUNCH will continue to ensure safety passage on the roads and major highways, as well as elimination of bandits, kidnappers and cattle rustlers in our Area of Operations. The pictures of the recovered items are hereby attached.

You are please requested to disseminate this information to the general public through you reputable media house.

Grateful for your usual cooperation and understanding.

Colonel Muhammad Dole
Deputy Director
Army Public Relations
1 Division NA

Stephandeswardt:
Why is our T72 getting blown up by rpg 7? Does BHT have new weapon systems? I saw a T72, that cocked off, the turret blown off......rpg7 isnt meant to defeat a T72.

With or without the ERA added amour the RPG can destroy the T72, depending on where it is been hit. But I doubt if it was an RPG hit.

These MBT where a bonded when the attack started, reliable source has it that most of these tanks are not operational worthy.

Sizzorkay:
I've restrained myself from insulting you, but for some reason you don't seem understand never to insult others without being insulted.
How big of a punk are ya?
I said what i said, if it pisses you off, jump off a fvking bridge you silly illiterate, who the heck are you to question my intelligence.
The hell is wrong with you guys talking to others as if you own them?
What such military base are you talking about huh? A soldier , according to info posted on here, said they were caught off-guard, but you are here insisting they weren't, okay.
Regardless whether they were or weren't, that won't bring back the dead.
So get off my case dude.
You had to go back and read comments that was posted several pages back? really?
And why the heck would i wanna join the military in a semi-failed country where the leadership don't give a darn about the people? Show me why Nigeria is worth dying for. Look around you, what benefit are the people reaping for being Nigerians? Nada.
Being a soldier wasn't by force, if you choose to enlist, be ready for the blood and tears, it's not for everyone, don't insult others because they weren't in the military, that's just stupid.
My uncle was gunned down over there months ago while in uniform with pictures of his corpse all over the internet, you sit there and talk to me about some bs. Each family that has made sacrifice knows what they've lost.
Having obsolete equipment is an issue, i never denied that, no one did.
Now your excuse was that they lost because they had low morale? okay, tomorrow if would be because they had flat tires.
Keep on with the excuses, let's see who that helps.
You? you wanna lecture me about comprehension? This must be a joke.

We don't have a professional Army, we have some professional units within the Army, that's about it.
Watch the video and see the disarray, without anyone being in charge of the situation. What kind of military do we have where soldiers can just up and walk away after an attack, who's in charge etc.
But hey, let's blame me and my lack of comprehension.
After all you claimed to have "shot a commission". This is the guy questioning my intelligence. Stay in your lane chief .

So don't spiit what you don't know of

War are not combat games you guys think it his; even the developed countries who are fighting ISIS & Taliban are not finding it easy, terrorism is still as strong and present there.

If these soldiers are not giving the right morale, equipment and environmental it's going to get worst than these with the new alliance terrorist are forming.

If you guys like type all your Jagons; it will never change anything. Those soldiers are not willing to die like fowls anymore for these country.

Interesting Footage by ISIS cam. For Egyptian Air force Wing Loong-1 UAV, F-16 warplane during providing air support during operations, Also undetermined Type of surveillance drones appear which expected to be for the IAF & used to carry out observation missions near border line.

photos from the 2nd week of Seal-8 Special Forces & reconnaissance training course.

Egyptian Navy Special Forces during conducting Amphibious landing on Island captured by terrorist elements within Arab Shield-1 Military Exercise.

Egyptian Air Force C-130H-30 Hercules (L-382) spotted at Frankfurt - Hahn (HHN) airport in Germany on Nov 11.

Egyptian Army EODs teams in Sinai seems to have got a large improvement in their equipments used in discovering & detonating IEDs

As it appears in the attached photo, packed ECO, military working dogs, MRAPs w/ jamming devices, Minerals Detectors, & new protection suits & kit.

Rumours about the adoption of the Egyptian army on Infantry soldiers to move in front of their APCs to protect it from IEDs

In fact this is tactic which is followed by any military forces in the world to search for IEDs or any armed elements hiding in the area.

BabaOwen:
I don't understand, are there no officers like lieutenants, captains or majors in that place that could have stopped the soldiers from videoing and saying all what they were saying?

That shows a lot of disorder, gross misconduct between ranks and files of order and weakened moral in the army. Probably they all fled leaving them behind, just saying.

These video is over 2 months ago.

Sizzorkay:
bless you.
That's what i just said, have people on watch and on patrols etc, but some people thought i watched too much movies, unreal, this is basic common sense
Not the first time news sources has quoted soldiers saying they were caught unaware, that's lack of discipline, you can't be caught unaware in a war zone, no one said it's easy, i keep stressing that point.
hundreds of terrorists just don't appear from thin air.
How does this not piss people off

Your problem goes beyond comprehension. So you think for such a big military base there are no patrols and observation post/towers. They where simply overrun with obsolete equipment to defend themselves, soldiers with already weakened moral.

You've been shouting hundreds of terrorists don't appear from thin air and dissappear after overrunning a base. What happens to proper equipment to fight back, soldiers welfare..etc without all these forget we can't win these war. It will always be a step forward and few backwards. If it pisses you off, please come join the army and see the hell the guys are going through.