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PRESS RELEASE

ARMY APPREHENDS BOKO HARAM SUSPECTS

Troops of 33 Artillery Brigade on 5 April 2018 arrested one Saidu Hamidu Jenga, 33, along Maiduguri bye pass, Bauchi in connection with BOKO Haram activities.

The suspect was allegedly overheard discussing about movement of arms and ammunition on phone.

Items recovered include one techno phone with two sim cards as well as N6,870 cash.

Similarly, troops of operation LAFIYA DOLE has arrested a suspected Boko Haram terrorist, Umar Ali, 59, from Mirnga village in Biu Local Government Area of Borno state.

He was arrested at Galdimare ward in Biu town. Preliminary investigation revealed that he had been participating in Boko Haram activities in the area.

The public is hereby advised to always give useful information to the security agency to aid them in carrying out assigned tasks.

You are please requested to disseminate this information to the general public through your medium.

Thank you for your kind cooperation.

TEXAS CHUKWU
Brigadier General
Director Army Public Relations

PRESS RELEASE

ARMY NEUTRALIZE BOKO HARAM TERRORISTS, RECOVER ARMS

Troops of operation LAFIYA DOLE on 6 April 2018 neutralise suspected by BOKO Haram terrorists in Barkin Dutse area of Adamawa State following a distress call from hunters.

The terrorists on sighting the troops opened fire which resulted in exchange of fire. Five Boko Haram terrorists were neutralized while some escape into nearby caves during the encounter. Also, one hunter lost his life during the operation.

Items recovered
include 5 AK 47 rifles and 5 magazines loaded with 22 rounds of 7.62 mm special ammunition.

Troops are in pursuit of the fleeing terrorists.

The public is therefore advised to report any suspicious movements in their area to the security agency for prompt action.

You are please requested to disseminate this information to the general public through your medium.

Thank you for your kind cooperation.

TEXAS CHUKWU
Brigadier General
Director Army Public Relations

rka2:
2 FPB 110s being loaded for journey to Lagos and should arrive April 17th.

https://www.meretmarine.com/fr/content/ocea-deux-fpb-110-embarquent-pour-le-nigeria

Good news

#AlgerianAirForce Mi-26T2 Heavy Chopper Closer View on President-S Onboard Defense System L370-5 Open Days Doors in #Chlef Air Base West of #Algiers

Long-range patrol with RG-32M vehicles of the Swedish contingent of #MINUSMA in Timbuktu region and Mopti region #Mali

Omololu2121:
how old are you too?

I asked what the north is contributing you dey talk trash,the north is a parasite that needs to be cut off.

For this country to move forward, the whole north east, north west and some of the middle belt state like nassarawa,Niger,Benue,pleateau and some part of kogi needs to be expelled from this federation,or everyone should just go their ways.

Just imagine $1b that should be use for development will now be used for buying military equipment. Southern politicians are just so stupid.

Useless country.

Please let's watch our comment and stick to forum discussion Point, thanks.

Meet Lieutenant-Colonel Francis Adekunle Fajuyi remains the ONLY black African to have won the Military Cross. He was awarded this for his bravery in Myanmar (formerly Burma), during World War II in 1945.

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CADETS OF NAF DIRECT SHORT SERVICE COURSE 27/2017 COMPLETES TRAINING, COMMISSIONED AS OFFICERS

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) today, 5 April 2018, commissioned officer cadets of Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) Course 27/2017 into service, following the completion of their training at the NAF Military Training Centre (MTC), Kaduna. A total of 195 cadets, including 16 females, were commissioned, out of the 198 who reported for training, as others could not graduate due to the high standards of the training. The 6-month training introduced the cadets to military regimentation as well as NAF operations and administration, covering subjects such as Drill, Weapon Training, and Airpower in addition to Officership, Leadership and Command. One of the highlights of the occasion was a colourful Passing Out Parade during which the cadets marched in slow and quick times. The Honourable Minister of Defence (HMOD), Alhaji Muhammed Mansur Dan-Ali, was the Reviewing Officer at the parade.

In his remarks after the parade, the HMOD congratulated the passing out cadets for successfully completing the rigorous training. He stated that the NAF has been at the forefront of efforts to provide security in the country. He, therefore, urged the graduating cadets to be prepared to join the efforts in battling the various security challenges confronting the country. The Reviewing Officer reminded the cadets that they are subject to both military and civil laws and must thus subordinate themselves to civil authority and protect our growing democracy. In addition, the HMOD advised the cadets not to allow themselves to be used by some elements in the society to compromise national security or to act in a way capable of denting the good image of the Armed Forces. He then reminded them of their duty to protect all Nigerians irrespective of their ethnic background or religious inclination.

Alhaji Dan-Ali expressed profound gratitude to President Muhammadu Buhari, who has continued to give priority attention to the operational requirements of the Armed Forces and to the welfare of personnel despite limited resources. He therefore reiterated the unalloyed loyalty of members of the Armed Forces of Nigeria to Mr President, as mandated by the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. He also commended the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sadique Abubakar for providing the right leadership, which has enabled the utilization of minimum resources to achieve maximum results, citing the recent launching of the country’s first indigenous operational Unmanned Aerial Vehicle, named Tsaigumi.

During the ceremony, graduating cadets who distinguished themselves in the course of training were presented with various awards. The award recipients were Cadets MG Saleh, SS Yikwe and IO Alum, who won the President’s Award, Minister of Defence Award and Chief of Defence Staff Award for coming first, second and third in order of merit respectively. Cadet JO Olayinka also received the Chief of the Air Staff Award for demonstrating exceptional skills in field exercises. The HMOD later conferred the Presidential Commission on the cadets during the Pipping and Oath Taking Ceremony. While 5 medical consultants were commissioned as Squadron Leaders, the others were commissioned as Flying Officers. The representatives of the Executive Governor of Kaduna State as well as those of the Chief of Defence Staff and other Service Chiefs also graced the occasion. In addition, senior military officers, both serving and retired, as well as top government functionaries and the relatives of the newly commissioned officers were also in attendance.

Since the inception of the current administration in 2015, 3 sets of DSSC officers have been commissioned. The intensified enlistment of more officers into the NAF is part of the capacity building efforts of the current NAF leadership towards further positioning the NAF to meet the nation’s security imperatives.

OLATOKUNBO ADESANYA
Air Vice Marshal
Director of Public Relations and Information
Nigerian Air Force

walemoney007:
This is the army officer that was killed in battle at zamfara.

May he RIP

R.I.P Captain.

These guys are fueling tall....

jakeporeshenko:
Senegal 3

Am falling in love with the Senegalese military these days.

NAF QRF

LTGEN:
http://www.tribuneonlineng.com/buhari-recruited-over-20000-force-personnel-in-3-years-%E2%80%95minister/

I pray the $1billion dollars is put to good use.

jakeporeshenko:
Senegal Independence Day celebration

Nice gear and sniper riffle.

walemoney007:
I'm sure buhari knows about this too,the Fulani herdsmen issue can make this country burn.

His security chiefs would have briefed him about the complexity .

walemoney007:
$1 billion to fight a technical defeated boko haram

Better than nothing bro.......

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Senator Counters Buhari On Approval Of $1bn To Procure Arms



Bruce told journalists that the power to make such approval is not in the hands of the President and that the money will not be released without approval by lawmakers



http://saharareporters.com/2018/04/05/senator-counters-buhari-approval-1bn-procure-arms

More operational photos from Zamfara

#AFSF
#NORTHEAST

PRESS RELEASE

TROOPS NEUTRALIZE 21 ARMED BANDITS AND RECOVER WEAPONS IN ZAMFARA STATE

Troops of 232 Battalion Zuru while on clearance patrol on Wednesday 4 April 2018, encounter armed bandits and neutralized 21 at Tunga Daji in Anka Local Government Area of Zamfara State. During the fierce battle many bandits escaped with gun shot wounds to the top of high ground close to the area. Weapons recovered are :5 AK 47 assault rifles, one Light machine gun, 5 magazines of AK 47 rifle and 35 rounds of 7,62mm special ammunition.

Unfortunately we lost an officer and a soldier during the encounter . The remains of the officer and soldier has been evacuated to Federal Medical Center Gusau.

Similarly troops deployed at Bena acted on a tip off and conducted raid operation at bandits Camp in Laka Village of Kebbi State and killed one of the bandit and recovered one AK 47 rifle with a magazine.

Troops have been mobilize on special operation to comb the general area and arrest any fleeing bandit.

You are please requested to disseminate this information to the general public through your medium. Thanks for your usual cooperation.

Brigadier General Texas Chukwu
Director Army Public Relations.

Senegal buys four L-39NG jets



http://www.defenceweb.co.za/mobilesite/defenceweb/home/item_id-51273/

Nigerian FPB 110 patrol boats to arrive soon



http://www.defenceweb.co.za/mobilesite/defenceweb/home/item_id-51272/

LTGEN:
BREAKING
BUHARI Approves $1b to purchase Military equipment
according to Channels TV news

Great news...



Photo News: President Muhammadu Buhari presides over meeting with service chiefs

In place of the supposed Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting that was supposed to be held on Wednesday, April 4, President Muhammadu Buhari presided over a session with service chiefs in the country.

Photo credit: Femi Adesina

PRESS RELEASE

TROOPS INTERCEPT ARMED HERDSMEN IN BENUE STATE

Troops deployed in Exercise AYEM AKPATUMA on 3 April 2018 intercepted large number of Armed herdsmen in Asom village, Guma Local Government Area of Benue State following a tip off.

The bandits on sighting the troops at Ukaa and Babban Ruwa area opened fire on them. One herdsman was killed during the encounter.

Similarly, troops on patrol on 3 April 2018 rescued two persons shot by suspected herdsmen along Gbajimba -Kaseyo road.

You are please requested to disseminate this information to the general public through your medium.

Thank you for your kind cooperation.

TEXAS CHUKWU
Brigadier General
Director Army Public Relations

PRESS RELEASE

NIGERIAN ARMY EXTENDS EXERCISE AYEM AKPATUMA FOR TWO MONTHS IN TARABA STATE

You will all recall that exercise AYEM AKPATUMA was flagged off on 20th February, 2018 to Practice troops in North Central and parts of North West on planning and conduct of 'Military Operations Other Than War'. The exercise was also aimed at further sustaining Nigerian Army’s constitutional roles of defending the territorial integrity of Nigeria as well as aiding the civil authority to maintain peace and security. Exercise AYEM AKPATUMA has recorded tremendous successes in spite of challenges. However, the exercise needs to be sustained in some areas in other to consolidate on the initial gains.

In view of the development, the ongoing exercise AYEM AKPATUMA in Taraba State has been extended for 2 months. The extention becomes necessary in order to further consolidate on the gains achieved so far and due to calls by well-meaning Nigerians. The extension would facilitate the Nigerian Army’s effort of ridding the affected areas of militants and other criminal elements.

The general public, particularly residents of Taraba State are therefore requested to cooperate with the troops by giving useful and timely information to enable them carry out their constitutional duties effectively.

You are please requested to disseminate this information to the general public through your medium.

Thank you for your kind cooperation.

TEXAS CHUKWU
Brigadier General
Director Army Public Relations

PRESS RELEASE

TROOPS COUNTER BOKO HARAM IN BILLE SHUWA

Troops of Operation Lafiya Dole deployed in the Cashew Plantation around Bille Shuwa and Alikaranti villages have quashed an attempt by Boko Haram terrorists to penetrate Maiduguri metropolis yesterday at about 8.10 pm. The insurgents met with stiff resistance of troops who killed 6 of the insurgents and neutralised 7 suicide bombers in the encounter. The troops also recovered 2 AK 47 rifles and 2 Magazines. The Nigerian Police Explosive Ordnance Disposal team have detonated two IED vests recovered from the killed suicide bombers Beaten by the troops and unable to force their way into the metropolis, the insurgents retreated and callously resorted to attacking locals who, reacting to the encounter were fleeing in confusion from Bille Shuwa and Alkaranti villages with Person Borne Improvised Explosive Device.

Sadly, 15 persons including a soldier have so far been confirmed dead in the encounter, while about 83 persons who suffered varying degrees of injuries are receiving due medical attention. Troops are still on the trail of the insurgents. More details will be communicated as further clarifications are made.

Meanwhile, a 14 year old Boko Haram insurgent Rawa Babagana has surrendered to troops of Operation Lafiya Dole.The insurgent escaped from the Boko Haram enclave in Kekeno in the northern fringes of the Lake Chad Islands. He is currently been profiled.

It is clear that the remnants of the Boko Haram Terrorists are hell bent on remaining relevant by attacking soft and vulnerable targets and therefore calls for collective vigilance by all security stakeholders and members of the public. Members of the general public are therefore urged to be watchful and discern strange persons and suspicious activities in their communities and report to the security agencies.

Please disseminate this information to the general public through your news media.

Thank you for your usual cooperation.

Colonel Onyema Nwachukwu
Deputy Director Public Relations
Theatre Command Operation LAFIYA DOLE

jakeporeshenko:
They do, but that is what prototypes are for, they’ll be put through rigorous testing and NA still pays so proforce has nothing to loose.

Although they offer enough protection.