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bidexiii:
[/b]Some Not-Gory Images from the Airstrike[b]

rugged7:
U S approves $350million arms sales to Nigeria 🇳🇬

bidexiii:
The U.S. State Department has approved a potential $346 million arms sale to Nigeria, pending Congressional approval. This deal aims to enhance Nigeria’s military capabilities in combating terrorism and illicit trafficking, particularly in the Gulf of Guinea..

The Key Details of the Arms Package
The proposed sale includes:

1,002 MK-82 general-purpose 500 lb bombs

1,002 MXU-650 Air Foil Groups for Paveway II GBU-12 bombs

515 MXU-1006 Air Foil Groups for Paveway II GBU-58 bombs

1,517 computer control groups for Paveway II bombs

1,002 FMU-152 joint programmable fuzes

5,000 Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System II all-up rounds

Non-major defense equipment such as bomb components, impulse cartridges, high-explosive and practice rockets, integration support, test equipment, and logistics services.

Lockheed Martin, RTX Missiles and Defence, and BAE Systems are identified as contractors for the sale.

[/b]Strategic Context[b]

This arms sale is part of the U.S. government's broader strategy to bolster the security of key partners in Sub-Saharan Africa. The Pentagon asserts that the sale will not adversely impact U.S. defense readiness. Nigeria has previously purchased military equipment from the U.S., including a $997 million weapons deal in 2022.

The approval follows a period of heightened attacks by Boko Haram in northeastern Nigeria, leading to significant civilian casualties and displacement. The U.S. State Department has determined that the sale will advance its foreign policy and national security goals by enhancing the security of a strategic partner in Africa.

[/b]Congressional Review[b]

Congress has been notified of the proposed sale and has 30 days to review and potentially object. If no objections are raised, the sale will proceed. This process is standard for Foreign Military Sales.

This development underscores the ongoing U.S. commitment to supporting Nigeria in its efforts to combat terrorism and enhance regional stability.

bidexiii:
[/b]CAS APPLAUDS JOINT EFFORT AS NAF’S 8-MONTH OFFENSIVE DEALS CRUSHING BLOW TO TERRORISTS IN BORNO STATE[b]

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has dealt a decisive blow to terrorist elements in the North-East, killing at least 592 fighters and destroying 372 enemy assets in eight months, already surpassing the operational tempo of the entire previous year. Disclosing the figures during a courtesy visit to Borno State Governor, Prof Babagana Umara Zulum, on 12 August 2025 in Maiduguri, the Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Bala Abubakar, credited the success to an upgraded fleet and enhanced precision night-strike capabilities. He noted that 798 combat sorties, totaling over 1,500 flight hours under Operation Hadin Kai, had significantly crippled terrorist mobility and logistics, eliminating 206 technical vehicles and 166 key logistics hubs deep in hostile areas.

From Gonori to Rann, Dikwa to Damboa, Azir to Mallam Fatori, NAF aircraft have conducted coordinated day-and-night operations in challenging terrain, [/b]enabled by A-29 Super Tucanos, Mi-171 helicopters, and advanced ISR platforms for continuous target tracking. The CAS announced that the imminent deployment of a new Mi-35 gunship would further strengthen close-air support for ground troops[b]. Governor Zulum commended the NAF for its vital role in degrading terrorist capabilities and safeguarding communities, acknowledging that its efforts had saved lives and facilitated the rebuilding of towns across the state.

Air Marshal Abubakar also praised the Governor for the State’s “Borno Model”, a blend of community-driven, non-kinetic engagement with decisive military action, describing it as a winning formula in counter-insurgency efforts. He reaffirmed that the NAF’s mission goes beyond neutralising threats to also protecting civilians and restoring public trust. The CAS also inspected facilities at the Maiduguri NAF Base, interacted with personnel, and received operational briefings, underscoring the Air Force’s continued commitment to leveraging air power, intelligence, and inter-agency collaboration to safeguard Nigeria’s territorial integrity and the lives of its citizens.

#NAFInAction #AirPower #CounterInsurgency #OperationHadinKai #BornoModel #NationalSecurity #ProtectingNigeria #WinningThePeace #DefendingTheNation #OneNAFOneMission

rugged7:
I assume those containers are for drone pilots

I assume officers generally receive side arms like glocks etc on commission or near a combat zone??
Is there any rule that prevents officers from wearing these sidearms ?

rugged7:
U S approves $350million arms sales to Nigeria 🇳🇬

Odunayaw:
NSA Ribadu has been working hard this months oo

bidexiii:
[/b]Nigeria Records Fresh Counter-Terrorism Gains: Internationally Wanted Ansaru Commanders Abu Bara & Mallam Mamuda Captured[b]

Today, I am glad to inform you that we have successfully concluded a high-risk, intelligence-led, counter-terrorism operation which led to the capture of the top leadership of Jama’atu Ansarul Muslimina fi-Biladis Sudan, commonly known as ANSARU, Nigeria’s Al-Qaeda affiliate.

The group was first formed in January 2012 with a public declaration in Kano. It emerged as a splinter faction from Boko Haram, positioning itself as a “humane alternative.” However, its stated aim quickly turned to attacking Nigerian security operatives, civilian communities and government infrastructure. The group publicly displayed the setting sun logo of Al-Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb (AQIM), signaling its ideological and operational alignment with global jihadist movements.

Over the years, Ansaru entrenched itself in both urban sleeper cells and forest enclaves, across several cities in northern Nigeria and in forest based enclaves particularly around Kainji National Park, straddling Niger and Kwara States as well as Benin Republic.

SPECIFIC DETAILS OF THE APPREHENSION

The targeted operation, which was conducted between May and July 2025, led to the capture of 2 top ANSARU leaders who have been responsible for masterminding several terrorist attacks against Nigeria over the past years:
a. The first is Mahmud Muhammad Usman (aka Abu Bara’a/Abbas/Mukhtar), the self-styled Emir of ANSARU. He is the coordinator of various terrorist sleeper cells across Nigeria. He is also the mastermind of several high-profile kidnappings and armed robberies used to finance terrorism over the years.
b. The second is Mahmud al-Nigeri (aka Mallam Mamuda), Abu Bara’s proclaimed Chief of Staff and Deputy. He is the leader of the so-called “Mahmudawa” cell hiding out in and around the Kainji National Park, straddling Niger and Kwara States up to Benin Republic. Mamuda trained in Libya between 2013 and 2015 under foreign jihadist instructors from Egypt, Tunisia, and Algeria, specializing in weapons handling and IED fabrication.
c.These 2 men have been on Nigeria’s most-wanted list for years. They jointly spearheaded multiple attacks on civilians, security forces, and critical infrastructure. Their operations include the 2022 Kuje prison break, the attack on the Niger uranium facility, the 2013 abduction of French engineer Francis Collomp in Katsina, and the May 1, 2019 kidnapping of Alhaji Musa Umar Uba (Magajin Garin Daura). They were also behind the abduction of the Emir of Wawa and they maintain active links with terrorist groups across the Maghreb, particularly in Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso.
d.The 2 men, who are wanted internationally, are currently in custody.

SIGNIFICANCE OF THE OPERATION

The capture of Abu Bara and Mallam Mamuda, the group’s leader and deputy commander respectively, marks one of the most significant achievements to date in our ongoing effort to rid Nigeria of the threat of terrorism. The successful decapitation of the leadership of this dangerous franchise marks the most decisive blow against ANSARU since its inception. This stride has effectively dismantled its central command while paving the path for the complete annihilation of the group.

This feat undoubtedly exemplifies Nigeria’s advancing counter-terrorism capabilities. The precision operation followed months of deep surveillance, human intelligence, and technical tracking, which demonstrates enhanced sophistication and seamless inter-agency synergy.

Let me use this opportunity to inform the public that, in the course of the operation, our security forces captured and recovered valuable actionable intelligence. These include a cache of materials and digital evidence which are all now undergoing forensic analysis. The findings from the analysis are expected to support our ongoing efforts to exploit this success, bring them to justice, and completely annihilate the residual of ANSARU networks and disrupt their foreign collaborators.

CLOSING NOTES
The capture of Abu Bara and Mahmuda signals the beginning of the end to impunity for terrorist leaders. Nigeria will continue to pursue extremists with precision, resolve, and unwavering determination. The fight is far from over, but the fall of ANSARU leadership represents a decisive step forward.

At this juncture, let me appreciate His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, for the strategic guidance and support in all ramifications which give us the impetus to continue to record successes. I must also appreciate the doggedness of the Armed Forces and all our intelligence and security agencies who all worked tirelessly and collaboratively to achieve this outcome.

In conclusion, I would like to express our sincere gratitude to the media for your patriotism and relentless support to our drive to stamp out terrorism from our dear Nation. Finally, let me reassure the general public that we will not relent in our drive to make Nigeria safe for all citizens. In recognition that national security is a shared responsibility, I urge all law abiding citizens to continue to remain vigilant and volunteer timely information to security agencies for prompt action. Thank you for your patience and rapt attention

Odunayaw:
Solitary confinement till they start hallucinating and seeing ghosts of those they offed

Dogalmighty17:
Why weren't they instantly neutralised?

bidexiii:
[/b]How Nigeria Alerted Chadian Authority on Identity of son of founder of Boko Haram and younger brother of ISWAP leader, Habib Yusuf, alias Abu Mus’ab Al-Barnawi[b]

Chadian authorities have arrested the 18-year-old son of late Boko Haram founder, Mohammed Yusuf, without initially knowing his true identity until they were alerted by Nigerian intelligence through the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF).

Zagazola Makama gathered that the suspect, who first identified himself as Mustapha Bana Abubakar, was captured alongside five others including, Hassan Abdurrahman, suspected logistics aide, Abubakar Mohammed, alleged cell recruiter, Abubakar Ali Madou, believed to be in charge of weapons and mobility and Abdurrahman Mohammed Abdallah, a minor, suspected to have participated in operations.

They were apprehended during a counter-terrorism operation in Chad. Security sources later confirmed that he was in fact Muslim Mohammed Yusuf, the younger brother of ISWAP leader, Habib Yusuf, alias Abu Mus’ab Al-Barnawi.

Source : ZagaZola Makama

⚓️ | Graduation Ceremony for the Basic Operator Capability Course 19 of the Nigerian Navy Special Boat Service.
15 August 2025. pic.twitter.com/2zZs7gjsPo

— Jake (@Jakepor21) August 19, 2025

bidexiii:
[/b]Some cool & interesting images from the African Chiefs of Defence staff Summit 2025, I think the DICON is partnering with the Turkish government and other defence arms based in Turkey[b]

With intentions to develop military hardware and equipment, as well as possibly weapons locally, Nigeria and Turkey are strengthening their defence industry cooperation. This will lessen Nigeria's dependency on Western nations and boost its own defence sector. The Nigerian military's capabilities will be strengthened by this increased collaboration, which also includes the possibility of knowledge transfer and cooperative equipment manufacturing.
The goal of the collaboration is to produce military hardware and equipment locally that satisfies international standards; Kaduna facilities have been identified as possible production hubs.
As part of the collaboration, technology will be transferred to Nigeria to assist it in creating capacity and develop its own defence sector. This will be a dream come through for me, especially in the area of producing polymer-based firearms from the traditional rusty AKs.