₦airaland Forum

Army Warns Against Uploading Pictures Of Dead Soldiers Online Says, No Attack on Critical National Infrastructure in Shiroro


.... Troops Ambushed In Response to Distress Call in Shiroro

The Nigerian Army has urged Nigerians and social media users to exercise some restraint in posting images of personnel that paid the supreme price after a fierce firefight that ensued between terrorists and troops in Shiroro.

Director Army Public Relations, Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu in a press statement noted that some clips of the incident have surfaced online and "well meaning Nigerians should exercise some restraint in posting images of such occurrence, mindful that our brothers and sisters who may have lost their breadwinners deserve to be properly notified and not to get such information via the media".

"We mention this, mindful of the inalienable rights of citizens to use the social media which is respected,"he said.
https://www.spyetv.com.ng/2022/06/army-warns-against-uploading-pictures.html?m=1
Army spokesperson explained that on Wednesday 29 June 2022, troops of the Nigerian Army deployed in Shiroro general area responded to a distress call of bandits attack on people operating a mining site. Enroute the location, the troops ran into an ambush staged by the criminal elements. Sadly, a number of personnel paid the supreme price in fierce firefight that ensued.

He stressed that the location has been reinforced and troops are on the trail of the criminals with some already neutralized. The GOC 1 Division has moved to the location to take charge of the follow on operations.

Brigadier Gen Nwachukwu stated also that it is necessary to clarify that activities of the criminals was not on any critical national asset or infrastructure.

He therefore called on all Nigerians to continue to support the efforts of their military personnel who continue to confront the enemies of our Nigeria.

The Nigerian Army, have intensified the tempo of their operation as troops of Operation Hadin Kai on Thursday 30th June 2022 have again rescued another Chibok girl from captivity from Boko Haram enclaves around the Bama Axis of Borno State.

Theatre Commander Joint Task Force Operation Hadin Kai OPHK, Major General Christopher Musa confirmed the news in a Telephone interview with SpyeTV Correspondent in Maiduguri, Borno State.

Profiling of the rescued Chibok girl is ongoing.

Details later... https://www.spyetv.com.ng/2022/06/nigerian-army-rescues-another-chibok.html?m=1

News first broke via: #Zagazola Makama Platform, a Counter Insurgency Expert and Security Analyst in the Lake Chad.

The military on Thursday says, troops on 27 June 2022 have discovered a notorious hideout of late Double Lion, a notorious terrorist after a shot out in South Eastern part, Nigeria.

During gun fire, one criminal member of the gang was neutralized by Nigerian troops.

Military spokesperson, Major General Benard Onyeuko disclosed this while briefing Defence Correspondents on troops activities and operational successes recorded from the various operational theatres of the 6 geopolitical zones of the country.

He said, a combined team of security agencies led by 302 Artillery Regiment carried out Raid operation on proscribed Independent People of Biafra and Eastern Security Network camps at Ukpor in Nnewi South Local Government Area. After a fierce gun battle two of the criminals were neutralized.

He added that troops of Operation DAKATAR DA BARAWO in South South zone between 17 and 19 June 2022 carried out anti-illegal bunkering, oil theft and other sundry operations at various parts of Delta and Rivers States.Several wooden boats, storage tanks, dugout pits laden with illegal refined Automotive Gas Oil were discovered.

"Operation OCTOPUS GRIP between 16 - 26 June 2022 2022 carried out massive anti-illegal bunkering, oil refining and crude oil theft in various parts of the South South Zone. Several storage tanks, dugout pits, oven, boats laden with both crude oil and illegal refined products were discovered by the troops.

"Also, 26 oil thieves were arrested, 29 vehicles, 68 wooden boats, 9 speed boats amongst other equipments were impounded," he added.

Major General Benard Onyeuko noted that the military high command appreciated for the support given to the Armed Forces and security agencies in the conduct of their operations and also urged to continue to provide information on criminals in their locality.

https://www.spyetv.com.ng/2022/06/nigerian-military-discovers-notorious.html?m=1

The military on Sunday says, troops of Operation WHIRL STROKE on clearance patrol acting on credible information arrested Four suspected kidnappers namely: Alhaji Abdullahi(18yrs),Sale Hassan (22yrs), Usman Abdullahi(20yrs), Ibrahim Iliyasu (23yrs) at Igumale Council Ward of Ado LGA Benue State.

Director, Defence Media Operations, Major General Benard Onyeuko made this known in a statement made available to newsmen

Benard Onyeuko said, the troops of Operation WHIRL STROKE on 24 June 2022 continued to sustain their operational tempo in their Area of Operation.

He noted that, all arrested criminals have been handed over to the Police for further necssary action.


He added that, on 26 June 2022 own troops carried a raid operation at a bandits hide out at Mbahuwuhe village in Utange council ward in Katsina-Ala LGA of Benue state.


"During the operation 3 bandits were neutralized and a kidnapped civilian one Mr Auva Tisa who was on blind fold in the hideout was rescued with injuries and he is presently undergoing treatment.

"Several items including 1x motorcycle, 2 cell phones among others were recovered before the hideout was brought down", he stated.

The Military high command commends troops of Op WHIRL STROKE and encourages the general public to avail troops with credible and timely information on criminal activities.

https://www.spyetv.com.ng/2022/06/just-in-troops-of-operation-whirl.html?m=1

Heavy bombardment of joint security team consisting of troops of 302 Regiment of the Nigerian Army, operatives of the Nigerian Navy, Department of State Services and Nigeria Police Force have dislodged camps belonging to Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and Eastern Security Network (ESN) at Idara Nnebo, Ihe Mbosi villages and Ukpor in Nnewi South Local Government Area of Anambra State.

Army spokesperson, Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu in a statement revealed this in a statement on Sunday to newsmen.

Nwachukwu explained that troops in the early hours of Saturday 25 June 2022 conducted a clearance operation, cleared IPOB fire positions and Improvised Explosive Devices to dislodge the criminals from their hideouts.

He said during the operations, troops recovered two AK-47 rifles, three magazines with five rounds of 7.62 mm (Special) ammunition, two pump action rifles and one locally fabricated gun. Other items include three power generators, among others.


Similarly, troops of 103 Battalion conducted a raid operation on IPOB/ ESN camp at Nkwere Inyi Forest in Oji River Local Government of Enugu State.

The encounter forced the criminals to flee in disarray, while troops recovered one Lexus and a Toyota Highlander SUV suspected to have been snatched by the criminals. Other items recovered include two motorcycles, one double barrel gun and seven live cartridges.


The Nigerian Army therefore enjoined Nigerians to continue to support troops with credible information on the activities of the criminal elements in the region.


https://www.spyetv.com.ng/2022/06/military-troops-police-comb-ipobesn.html?m=1

Alleged Discovery of Huge Sum of Money in Buratai’s House by ICPC is Untrue, Fabricated Lies Concocted to Tarnish His Image


Former Chief of Army Staff and the Nigerian Ambassador to Benin Republic, Lt. Gen TY Buratai (rtd) has decried as fabricated lies and a mischievous campaign of calumny, reports that ICPC stormed his property and recovered huge sums of money saying it is a  calculated attempt to tarnish his image and reputation.

An online newsmedium (Sahara Reporters)  had in a recent publication, alleged that cash meant for arms, ammunition to fight Boko Haram was discovered in Abuja home of Amb. Buratai.

But reacting swiftly to the report, the legal team of the former Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt General T.Y. Buratai (Retd), described the allegations as a sponsored smear campaign against the former COAS person and sheer fabrication.

The team led by the legal advisor, Osuagwu Ugochukwu ESQ, in a press release on Friday, stated that the allegations are false, concocted to tarnish the image of the Ambassador and are malicious. 

He said, “My attention has been drawn to a recent publication on the webpage of Sahara reporters titled “EXCLUSIVE: Anti-graft Agency, ICPC Uncovers Billions In Cash Meant For Arms, Ammunition To Fight Boko Haram In Abuja Home Of Ex-Chief Of Army Staff, Buratai” which was published on 23/06/2022.

“I have gone through the said publication and have interfaced with Ambassador T.Y.Buratai and can authoritatively say that the content of the publication is false, concocted and malicious.

“It is on record that on or about April 5, 2018, President Muhammadu Buhari approved the purchase of equipment worth $1bn for the military through the Ministry of Defence.

“It is a fact that the first batch of six Super Tucano fighter jets arrived Nigeria on July 22, 2021, while the final batch of the 12 A-29 Super Tucano fighter jets arrived on October 18, 2021. No arms fund is ever missing contrary to some previous mischievous publications,” he said. 

Continuing he said, “It should be put on record that no such amount N850M or any similar sum, was found with Ambassador Buratai nor does he have any aide bearing such name as mentioned in the report.

Osuagwu added that “Ambassador Buratai has no office or house in Wuse, Abuja (address not supplied by SR), nor does he have any bulletproof cars, BMW, G-Wagon (Particulars of the vehicle not also supplied by SR) worth N450m and neither is ICPC investigating any of such allegations.

 “We view this as an orchestrated act aimed at tarnishing the image of LT General T.Y Buratai and we shall take all legal steps to hold the publishers accountable for such grievous character assassination on the image of Lt. Gen T.Y Buratai (RTD),” he concluded.
https://www.spyetv.com.ng/2022/06/alleged-discovery-of-huge-sum-of-money.html?m=1

Uzomacharles:
You sure say no be una Northern brothers una catch then dey blame am for IPOB?


Cos I know many case of fulanis and amagiris wey dey cloth in Army uniform to rob geez for streeetz.

ARE YOU A MEMBER OF IPOB? WHY ARE YIU MAKING CASE FUR THEM?

... Says He was Never Court Martialed Before Death

The Nigerian Army has reacted to an obnoxious insinuation making the rounds on social media, alleging that late Major Udiandeye Jeremiah Udiadenye, terminated his life through suicide, because he was being interrogated or investigated by a military court martial in 1 Division, Kaduna.

Army spokesperson in a press release on Tuesday having confirmed the death of the officer said, the late senior officer had an unblemished career in the military and never needed to face any disciplinary process.
Nwachukwu added that, having lost one of its finest officers, the authorities of the Nigerian Army feel deeply concerned that unscrupulous persons under whatever guise would employ such sad occurrence to malign their own Army.

He explained that, until his demise, he was the Commanding Officer of 167 Special Forces Battalion at Giri in the FCT from where he led special operations to various commands including 1 Division.

An appropriate Board of Inquiry has been instituted to ascertain what led to the tragic incident and its report will guide the NA on subsequent actions and measures to take to forestall a recurrence.

The Nigerian Army belongs to the Nigerian people and remains obligated to work along established guidelines as a responsible corporate entity. The general public is urged to deny the ignorant piece making the rounds please.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A8ZL3JJ7gV8

... at their own area, a liter of fuel goes for about 10,000 naira there. So if you take 10 litres that's a 100,000 naira. So people are dragging things, taking the risk

The Theatre Commander Joint Task Force North East Operation HADIN KAI, Major General Christopher Musa has issued  warnings to Nigerians especially the North East residents not to trade with Boko Haram or Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) Terrorists so that the 13 years insurgency in the region will come to an end.

General Musa gave this warning while giving an update on the counter-insurgency operation in the region, the successes and challenges with SpyeTV News editor -in Chief who led her team on a courtesy call and familiarization visit to the Theatre Commander at his office, Headquarters Joint Task Force North OPHK, Maimalari Cantonment Maiduguri, the state capital.

He explained that the 13 years insurgency linked to armed groups, the terrorist groups Boko Haram and ISWAP so far disrupted livelihoods and has led to the displacement of some 2.2 million people which is still being encouraged because some people trade with them.

"One of the things we realise that is prolonging this issue is we have some individuals that sell food, fuel to them. For example, at their own area, a litter of fuel goes for about 10,000 naira there. So if you take 10 litres that's a 100,000 naira. So people are dragging things, taking the risk to go there and sell fuel to make money. We have people that go to market to buy stuffs to give them.

"So we are telling them a friend of a Thief is a Thief. So if we catch you doing those things we will treat you like one of them. Let us finish this thing so that normalcy could be restored. Let people live their lives. 13 years on this issue and still running, I think everybody should be tired. So we want to warn people, nobody should trade with them. Nobody should do any business with them. You don't have any business with them" he said. 

The theatre commander however urged people living in the North Eastern part of Nigeria and Nigerians as a whole to give credible information to any military formations near them about the hideouts of terrorists for peace to restore completely to affected areas.

"Tell us wherever they are. We Will go and smoke them out. Let us have peace. The rainy season has started. Farming is going to return, we want farmers to go back to farm and fisherman, go back to their fishing, he added."
In addition, on the issue of unexploded ordinances, Major General Musa advised families with children at the rural areas in North East not to pick or allow their children play with any strange substances seen on the ground in their farms. It might be from terrorists. The unexploded explosive ordnance (the military explosives that did not explode or function as intended, but if touched or disturbed, UXO can cause injury or death.
"Now that people are going back to farms, a lot of these bombs that were thrown here and there some of them didn't explode. We wish to sensitise people especially children not to pick anything on the ground because the tendency is that when they pick, they start playing with it and then explodes. It's very, very dangerous. So we want to appeal to them. Please. You see anything like that in an Isolated area please report to the nearest military formation. We have EOD team that will come and detonate them or even the police, they have EOD Team, we work together so that everybody is safe. We appeal to members of public."

General Musa said, the military has done a lot of sensitisation programmes with the locals, a lot of drama, lectures, and announcements on radio in their local languages to educate them about unexploded explosive ordnance.

On the issue of scrap metal killed by the terrorists, the Theatre Commander pointed out that there have been warnings and sensitisation going on with the locals, especially the villagers not to move beyond some boundaries and not to do business with them they don't have any respect for human life. "You do business with them. They turn around and Kill you simple", he said. 

"Some of them still deal with these monsters and got eaten by them. They were going for scrap metal, they too were struggling for Scrap metal, they met and something went wrong and they decided to kill them. So that's why we tell people we have areas we have cleared, we told them don't move beyond this area but you see people still going to them secretly because you want to go and do one funny thing or the other and then you ended up getting killed. 

The Theatre Commander noted that military cannot be everywhere. Therefore, it is individual responsibility to stay safe, stay within the limit given. He revealed that soldiers were being deployed to guide farmers to their farms so that there will be smooth farming.

 He pointed out that, there is an Agro Rangers with the security and civil defence that are providing security for farmers. Vigilantes, hunters are all part of it to  ensure farmers are secured for them to go back to their farms. 
Source: https://www.spyetv.com.ng/2022/06/dont-trade-with-terrorists-restrict.html?m=1

I intend to sustain the procurement of more vehicles, arms, ammunition and other technical Spares needed for the successful conduct of Nigerian Army operations. 

The Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Faruk Yahaya disclosed this at the Closing Ceremony of the Chief of Army Staff Second Quarter Conference 2022  in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital.

The COAS directed Commanders at all levels to ensure the judicious utilization and maintenance of these resources to achieve the desired effects as well as end state. 

According to him, the positive trajectory of Nigerian Army collaborations with other security agencies must so as to defeat all enemies of the state whilst striving to win the hearts and minds of the populace.

He said, the Nigerian Army must remain poised to discharge its constitutional roles in support of the civil authority without compromise.

Army Chief added that the spate of criminal activities across the country demands a high state of readiness amongst our troops both in the barracks and theatres of operation.

"Commanders must therefore ensure that troops under command continue to train rigorously in anticipation of likely future operational tasks. Particular attention must be paid to enhancing basic combat skills of our troops to enable them operate with ease whenever called upon."

The Chief of Army Staff on logistics said the logistics have revealed appreciable improvements in our overall logistics and maintenance endeavours. "I am particularly happy with the progress made in the area of evaluation and verification of accommodation across all Nigerian Army barracks and cantonments".

The recent establishment of the Directorate of Housing under the Department of Army Logistics as well as the development of a comprehensive housing and energy policy for the Nigerian Army are laudable steps which are expected to ensure efficient service delivery.

He noted that the policies when finalized would provide a comprehensive framework for the allocation of accommodation as well as the prudent utilization of energy in all Nigerian Army barracks and cantonments. "Despite all these, let me state that the action of individuals is the only key to the success of any policy."

The COAS Second Quarter Conference which ended on Friday 17th June 2022 focused on salient aspects identified to be crucial to meeting up with the demands of Nigeria’s current dynamic security environment.

The Nigerian Army Troops of 25 Task Force Brigade of the ‘Operation Hadin Kai’ in Damboa Local Government Area of Borno state have successfully repelled an attack by Boko Haram Terrorists group on Thursday evening.

Damboa in the southern Borno senatorial district is about 85km drive from Maiduguri, the state capital.

Report by counter insurgency expert and security analyst, Zagazola Makama on Thursday evening said the terrorists stormed the town in four guntrucks and ten motorcycles. 

Reports say, they had earlier gathered Yajiwa axis before attacking the town.

Zagazola Makama said that the army’s 25 Task Force Brigade in Damboa had been exchanging gunfire with the insurgents after they entered the town in a multiple folds with Hilux trucks and motorcycles.

The attack comes less than 72 hourz after the troops of OPHK in conjunction with the Civilian JTF killed 47 terrorists including top Commanders of the Jamā'at Ahl as-Sunnah lid-Da'wah wa'l-Jihād, Boko Haram faction at Gazuwa, a so called new headquarters of the terrorists.

On June 15, the terrorists, kidnapped 50 farmers in the outskirt of Bama and later released them after robbing them of their belongings.

On Thursday evening, the terrorists from the camp targeted an IDPs camp in Banki with Motar bombs, injuring 11 women and children.
Source: https://www.spyetv.com.ng/2022/06/just-in-army-troops-of-25-task-force.html?m=1

Chief of Defence Staff, General Leo Irabor, has warned politicians and supporters of political parties to desist from using thugs to instigate violence during campaigns and 2023 general elections, saying, Going Forward, Nigeria must Be Peaceful.

Irabor spoke on Thursday at the bi-weekly media briefing with Defence Correspondents on the operational activities and the successes recorded by the troops as the country celebrates its 23rd democracy at the Defence Headquarters Abuja.

General Irabor said Nigeria military will not allow Desperate politicians to Launch Violence during electioneering campaigns and elections .

"Going Forward, Nigeria must Be Peaceful. For anyone looking forward to be elected must do it within the ambient of the provisions of the law.

According to GeneralIrabor, military would not “fold its arms and watch the country get thrown into chaos by politicians who are desperate to win.

“Security agencies have been directed to ensure adequate security of lives and property during and even before the general elections in line with the policy direction of President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration.

"Because we will not stand aside and see those who will perpetrate violence all because they are looking for political office appointive office. Nigeria remain a nation that must live in peace, desire to live in peace and Nigeria deserve to live in peace.

He pointed out that the military will not allow criminals amongst those thugs that made themselves available for anyone. we will not allow it. Military is working very closely with the police and we are ready to be supportive.

"Nigeria belongs to us. We are going to a season that everyone desiring to have a peaceful election. Peaceful electioneering campaigns and then entering to the elections. Please don't think it's the responsibility of government, it is the responsibility of all Nigerians to ensure we have a peaceful election erring period in order to have a country we would be proud of.

"If we don't have a country, then there will be no appointive positions to aspire for. The most important thing regarding the forth coming elections is that we must be men and women to conduct ourselves peaceful, he said"

The Cheif of Defence also warned that there will be arrest and prosecution of anyone caught in the possession of any type of weapons during the elections or campaigns.

The ongoing offensive onslaught against terrorism in the North East region recorded another feat today, 15 June 2022 as 204 BokoHaram fighters including their family members surrendered to troops of Operation Hadin Kai in Bama LGA of Borno State.

Profiling of the surrendered terrorists is ongoing.

Details soon... https://www.spyetv.com.ng/2022/06/breaking-204-boko-haram-terrorists.html?m=1

.... Army Chief Calls For Review of Rules of Engagement for Operation Safe Conduct, Directs Personnel to Remain apolitical

The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Faruk Yahaya has directed GOCs, Corps Commanders, Theatre Commandants to review rules of engagement and code of conduct for Operation Safe Conduct and to approve Guidelines for all personnel, advising them to be apolitical while proving enabling and secure environment for electoral process to thrive.

"The COAS made this known at the opening of the second quarter conference 2022 which took place on Tuesday 14th January 2022 at the Army Headquarters Command Officers Mess 1, Asokoro Abuja.

General Faruk Yahaya urged personnel to desist from partisan politics while assuring that the army will continue its civil-military engagement which will enhance a secured environment for electoral process to thrive as the nation moves toward the 2023 general elections.

He added that, the success achieved in our operations were no doubt  facilitated by the commitment of the political leadership towards enhancing operational competence of the Nigerian army, as well as general logistics Welfare and well being of the troops.

Achievement of several successes across various theatres of operation in the country, in the North East, troops of operation Hadin Kai sustained onslaught against the terrorists, leading to the clearance of the cybercriminal enclaves and surrendering of large numbers of insurgents, to the concerted effort has also been made to contain and checkmate the activities of illegality in the South East, an illegal oil bunkering, and the South South.

The South West has remained relatively calm while our immigrant operations across the North Central and North West Theatres also yielding positive results. ", he noted.

General Yahaya reaffirm that Nigerian army remains resolute and committed to squarely confront the security challenges bedevilling the country.

He said the conference would therefore enable us to fine tune our strategies and establish new benchmarks for enhancement of our operations in all theatres of operation.

He commended sacrifice and bravery of our troops and also assured the people that Nigerian army will continue to sustain its activities

Welcoming participants,the Chief of Policy and Plans at the Army Headquarters, Major General AB Omozoje said the 2nd Quarter COAS Conference is for the conduct and holistic appraisal of Nigerian Army engagement in the first half of the year and develop strategies to consolidate on army achievements in the months ahead, which would require collective efforts, particularly in the provision of security support to facilitate the peaceful conduct of election activities for the 2023 general elections. 

Major General Omozoje also noted that, the Chief of Army Staff one year of his stewardship recognition of remarkable milestone that is special anniversary session will be marked on Wednesday 15th June 2022 during the conference to recognise and celebrate achievements of the Chief of Army staff.

He on behalf of other participants congratulate and thank Lieutenant General Faruk Yahaya for purposeful and exemplary leadership, which has created the enabling environment for all to easily keen to his vision leading to the laudable achievements so far recorded.

He said there will be presentations, routine operations, training and logistic briefs, key administrative standards on educational matters discussion

The Conference which provides an opportunity to finetune strategies and establish new benchmarks for enhancement of Army operations in all theatres of operations had in attendance, Principal Staff Officers at the Army Headquarters, General Officers Commanding, Field Commanders and a host of others

The Newly elected National President of the National Council for Women Societies Nigeria (NCWS) Hajiya Lami Ahmed Lau has commended the Nigerian Army for taking the lead to promote gender and affirmative action for women through the Armed Force of Nigeria Gender Policy that was launched in 2021 which seeks to among others, ensure 35% affirmative action for women.
https://youtu.be/5gyHmc2ozMI
The National President gave this commendation on Thursday when she led members of the association on a Courtesy Visit to the Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen Farouk Yahaya at Army Headquarters Abuja in Request of strengthening the collaboration of the office of the Chief of Army Staff and by extension, the Nigerian Army with the women in Nigeria to ensure a more robust and holistic approach to addressing the multifaceted security challenges that currently plagued our nation.

Hajiya Lami Ahmed Lau in her word lauded the leadership of the Nigerian Army in achievements by recording for both men and women of Nigerian Armed rank forces for increased in women involvements in recruitment and enlistment, training, retention, promotion, posting, operations, logistics, accommodation, budgeting, and institution of maternity and paternity leave. 

The NCWS National President pointed out that this is indeed a bold step by the echelon of the Nigerian Armed Forces to promote gender mainstreaming in the nation's armed forces.

She also made case for gender equality in the effort to address the longing violent conflicts in Nigeria which is critical to achieving lasting solutions. 

"Evidence indicates that women who participate in peace processes are usually focused less on the spoils of the war, rather their focus is majorly on reconciliation, economic development, education and transitional justice which are all critical elements of sustained peace.

She urged that Nigerian Army and Nigeroans should recognize and implement the three pillars of the women's peace and security agenda which are protection, prevention and participation. 

She pledged that the Council will make themselves available to join forces with the security system in Nigeria to ensure the safeguards of all women in Nigeria.

Responding, the Chief of Army Staff Congratulated her as the 15th President of National President of the National Council for Women Societies Nigeria (NCWS), pledged to support the National Council as they are willing to work collaboratively with the Nigerian Army.

The COAS assured the National Council of full implementation of the Policy that will take care of the structural challenges that tend to militate against women's advancement in the Nigerian  Army. 

"My leadership have been supportive in aspect of the military welfare, human resource, personnel, logistics, and medical services. We will move from policy to action by ensuring a gender culture in the Nigerian Army as our personnel will be abreast with the global best practices on gender issues",he assured.

Present at the visit were Principal Staff Officers of the Army Headquarters and delegates from  National Council for Women Societies Nigeria (NCWS) representatives of 36 States including FCT, amongst others.

Source: https://www.spyetv.com.ng/2022/06/ncws-praises-army-for-taking-lead-to.html?m=1

The military newly launched operation Octopus Grip’’ in the Niger Delta to curb the growing oil theft, illegal refining and vandalism in the country has sustained pressure on economic saboteurs and other criminal elements which has significantly reduce the oil thieves freedom of action. 

Director, Defence Media Operations, Major General Bernard Onyeuko made this known on Thursday during operational briefing of  of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, Police and other security agencies. The security situation across the six geo-political zones between 19 May - 2 June 2022 held at the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) in Abuja.

Onyeuko said, operation OCTOPUS GRIP in conjunction with Operation DELTA SAFE  which is expected to last for 3 months, conducted operational activities in creeks, towns and communities in locations such as Mosogar, Jesse, Warri Road in Eihiope West Local Government Area, Banga, Modangho creek in Warri South West Local Government Area of Delta State. 

"Other locations are Okubotowa creek in Akassa Brass Local Government Area, Ikebiri Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa State. 

"Other areas include Gawthrone channel in Bonny Local Government Area of River State, Akpabiyo Local Government Area in Cross River State and Effiat water ways Ibaka in Akwa Ibom State" he noted.

Onyeuko within the period under review, troops discovered and destroyed 40 illegal refineries, 165 metal storage tanks, 72 ovens, 23 dug out pits, 5 wooden boats, Also, recovered are One Million One Hundred and Seven Thousand Four Hundred (1,107,400) litres of crude oil, Four Hundred and Fifty Six Thousand Four Hundred and Fifty (456,450) litres of AGO, Six Thousand Two Hundred and Fifty (6,250) litres of PMS, 6 trucks, 3 outbound engines, 1 AK 47 rifles, troops also apprehended 21 criminal elements. 

All recovered items and apprehended criminals were handed over to the appropriate authorities for further action.

Source: https://www.spyetv.com.ng/2022/06/economic-saboteur-military-operation.html?m=1

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on Thursday said between 19 May - 2 June 2022, troops killed at least 35 suspected Boko Haram Terrorists (BHTs), IPOB/ESN Terrorists during counterinsurgency operations in six geo-political zones in the country.

It noted that within the period under review, troops of the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) and other security agencies, conducted various land, maritime and air operations, which yielded attendant successes in the various theatres across the country.

This was as it added that Troops also rescued 100 terrorists family members which included 33 women.

Director, Defence Media Operations, Maj Gen. Benard Onyeuko, made the disclosure at an operational briefing held at the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) in Abuja.

Gen. Benard Onyeuko said, within the weeks under review troops of Operation Hadin Kai in conjunction with Civilian Joint Task Force conducted robust, aggressive patrol, ambushes and clearance operation in North East which led the terrorists fled in disarray due to the superior fire power of own troops abandoning their properties and family members. 

He said, cumulatively, troops recovered 10 AK 47 rifles, 5 AK 56 rifles, 2 FN rifles, 227 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition, 7 AK 47 magazines, 1 PKM gun. 1 AA gun, 164 rounds of AA ammunition, 111 Shilka ammunition, 1 gun truck, 1 shilka barrel, 2 dane guns, 2 Improvised Explosive Device, 1 car engine, 4 trollies and one water pump machine. 

Operation SAFE HAVEN conducted non-kinetic operation in North West, trained and graduated 122 local vigilantes to assist the security agencies to ensure security of hinterland communities in Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State, charged them to be good ambassadors of their communities and discharge their duties effectively devoid of sentiment; he stressed the need to imbibe the tenets of equality, fairness and neutrality in discharging their duties. 

The Force Commander also held peace meetings at the Headquarters of Operation SAFE HAVEN with Bemood Fulani Stakeholders in order to sustain peace in the area. The meeting was centered on the killing and rustling of cattles at Kuru area in Jos Souh Local Government Area of Plateau State, he urged the herders to be patient as efforts are ongoing to recover the rustled cows.

Troops of Operation Hadarin Daji mobilized and laid in wait at bandit crossing point, gun battle ensued between the bandits and own troops, bandits fled in disarray due to superior fire power following the attack troops recovered 292 cattle and 1 camel. 

Troops also rescued 152 civilians, neutralized 18 bandits and apprehended 25 bandits. Accordingly, all arrested, rescued civilians and recovered items have been handed over to the appropriate authorities for further action.

Troops arrested a notorious foreigner Jabe Buba a terrorist informant at Garuwa village in Tambuwa Local Government Area of Sokoto State. Pictures and video of him posting rifles in the forest were found in phone and cash of One Hundred and Thirty Thousand Naira (N130,000.00) was recovered from him

The troops of Operation WHIRL STROKE conducted several operations in a gun battle, the leader of the group one Mr Odada and 2 others the kidnappers who were all dressed in military uniform were neutralized.

The victim one Mr Chimaobi Omemma a businessman was rescued, items recovered include 1 AK 47 rifle, 3 fully loaded magazines (90 rounds of 7.62mm special), 1 Toyota Corolla vehicle and an ATM card bearing Felix Terzenqwe. The arrested criminal is presently under interrogations. Also, a notorious gun runner Mr Morris Ayitu was arrested after a raid at his residence in Abirisi in Guma Local Government Area also arrested are his wife and an accomplice Mr Julius Aseni.

Troops of Operation OCTOPUS GRIP in conjunction with Operation DELTA SAFE conducted operational activities in creeks, towns and communities in Delta, Bateksa, River, and Akwa Ibom States.

Within the period under review, troops discovered and destroyed 40 illegal refineries, 165 metal storage tanks, 72 ovens, 23 dug out pits, 5 wooden boats, Also, recovered are One Million One Hundred and Seven Thousand Four Hundred (1,107,400) litres of crude oil, Four Hundred and Fifty Six Thousand Four Hundred and Fifty (456,450) litres of AGO, Six Thousand Two Hundred and Fifty (6,250) litres of PMS, 6 trucks, 3 outbound engines, 1 AK 47 rifles, troops also apprehended 21 criminal elements. 


Military high command commended the support of the media for your professionalism in carrying out your task, objective and unbiased in your reportage. "I wish to state that National Security is a collective responsibility to every Nigerian"he said.

Source: https://www.spyetv.com.ng/2022/06/how-nigerian-troops-kill-35-terrorists.html?m=1

No fewer than two members of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed wing, Eastern Security Network (ESN) terrorists have been killed by their own Improvised Explosive Device (IED) that they laid for Nigerian soldiers in the South East of Imo State.

Director,  Army Public Relations Brig Gen Onyema Nwachukwu in a statement revealed that the incident occured along Eke Ututu - Orsu road in Orsu Local Government Area of Imo state on 1 June 2022.

Nwachukwu said the dissidents, inadvertently stepped on the IED which they had earlier planted along several routes in Orlu, Orsu Local Government Area, while they were attempting to evade troops' onslaught against terrorists in the area.

He added that the outlawed group have severally planted IEDs along troops' patrol routes in failed effort to bring harm to the troops.

Nigerian Army urged all peace loving people of the South East to please inform troops of possible areas where these explosives have been buried for proper evacuation and disposal.

It would be recalled that, similar incident happened in May when Boko Haram terrorists on three Guntrucks, and one motorcycle were returning from the axis between Sabongari and Multe when one of its vehicle, a Toyota Hilux ran over an Improvised Explosive Device (IEDs) and landmine that they laid for Nigerian soldiers in the North East of Borno State.

The self-inflicted destruction consumed six of the Boko Haram led  group while others suffered severe injuries.

Source: https://www.spyetv.com.ng/2022/06/nemesis-as-explosives-planted-by.html?m=1

The remains of former Guards Brigade Commander and one time Director of Procurement  Defence Headquarters, Major General Raoof Lanre  Akpata(rtd) has been laid to rest in Abuja, today 1 June 2022.

In a statement signed by director,  Army Public Relations, Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu on Wednesday said the deceased Senior officer, who hails from Ikorodu Local Government Area of Lagos State, was born on 11 October 1950. 

He said, an alumnus of the  Nigerian Defence Academy, Major General Akpata was commissioned into the Nigerian Army infantry Corps on 22 June 1974, as a  member of 11 Regular Course. 

Late General Akpata held various command appointments, including Commanding Officer 1  Amphibious Battalion, Commander 22 Infantry Brigade and Commander Headquarters Guards Brigade. He voluntarily retired from active service on 11 October 2005.

In his oration during the event, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lieutenant General Faruk Yahaya, represented by the Managing Director, Nigerian Army Micro Finance Bank, Major General Kamal Yusuf described the late senior officer as a dedicated, hardworking, calm  and courageous senior officer, who was committed to his responsibilities  during his active years in the service of the Nigerian Army.  

He prayed for the repose of the senior officer's soul and for God to  grant  the bereaved, the fortitude to  bear the irreparable loss.
Source: https://www.spyetv.com.ng/2022/06/ex-army-guards-brigade-commander-raoof.html?m=1

The Nigerian Army on Wednesday has vowed to take weighty allegation reported on social media insinuating complicity of troops of the Nigerian Army in the kidnap incident of the Methodist Prelate in Abia state.

Army spokesperson, Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu in a statement signed said, due to professional disposition and zero tolerance for any misconduct in the Nigerian Army, the allegation will be taking seriously and Army will approach the Prelate and the Methodist church to unravel the basis for the allegation.

Nwachukwu in the statement clarified that troops' deployment in the Nigerian Army is not done with considerations for ethnic affiliation, hence a deployment of troops of Fulani ethnic extraction who as alleged by the Prelate, carried out the dastardly act is not our practice or modus operandi in the Nigerian Army.

He said, while the Nigerian Army expresses concern and sympathy for the victim of this heinous crime and shares in his pains, the insinuation that troops are complicit in the kidnap incident is not entirely premised on any findings of investigations and therefore cannot be swallowed hook line and sinker. This allegation therefore raises some pertinent questions which are still unanswered.

"Given, the spate of insecurity in the region, the question would be, was the issue reported to the unit covering the area? Did the Methodist Church take the Nigerian Army into confidence while negotiating the ransom with the kidnappers? No formal complaint has been received by the unit. More worrisome is the fact that it was alleged that the ransom was paid in less than 24 hours. Was the ransome paid to troops? These are questions that beg for answers", he stated.

Army spokesperson revealed also that the Nigerian Army unit, has not received any debrief from the Prelate or the Methodist Church.

He said, "It is therefore, important to state that troops are deployed at Forward Operating Base(FOB) Okigwe and in front of the Abia State University Uturu and no information was made available to them or to 14 Brigade or any other formation, except the information making the rounds in the social media".

The need for media and information experts to be responsive and patriotic on issues relating to national security has been re-echoed as a catalyst for a united, secured and peaceful Nigeria.

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Faruk Yahaya affirmed this on Monday 30 May 2022, while declaring open the Directorate of Army Public Relations (DAPR) Media Workshop 2022, at the Headquarters 3 Division Nigerian Army, Maxwell Khobe Cantonment, Jos. 

Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu, Director Army Public Relations in a statement on Tuesday said, the Chief of Army Staff who was represented by the General Officer Commanding (GOC), 3 Division and Commander Operation SAFE HAVEN, Major General Ibrahim Ali, pointed out the need for the media to be responsive and patriotic on issues relating to national security to promote national cohesion and stability.

Nwachukwu said, the COAS stated that the workshop was timely and necessary in view of the security challenges facing the country.

He said, speaking on the theme: “Conflict Sensitive Communication, Patriotism and Positive Media Reportage in a joint Environment” General Yahaya averred that the media is a critical stakeholder in surmounting the security challenges bedeviling the nation, hence the need for thought provoking deliberations to profer solutions.

In his keynote address, a former Director Defence Information, Maj Gen Chris Olukolade (rtd) observed that global technological advancement has necessitated a paradigm shift in information management, where battles are fought in the media domain. He urged the media to shun sensationalism and fake news, adding that they could jeopardize national security.

Earlier in his welcome address, the Director Army Public Relations (DAPR), Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu stated that the workshop will be anchored on issues that will foster mutual trust and understanding between the Nigerian Army , the media and the rest of the society. 

He emphasised that this is geared towards enhancing the capacity and proficiency of Nigerian Army personnel, the media and other stakeholders.

He commended the developmental strides of the Chief of Army Staff and the approval of ongoing Social Media Sensitization Workshop for officers and soldiers of the Nigeria Army. He enjoined the participants to take advantage of the media workshop to enhance their capacity in information management. 

The workshop had in attendance, former Directors of Defence Information, Maj Gen Chris Olukolade (rtd), Maj Gen Rabe Abubarkar, former Director Army Public Relations Brig Gen Sani Kukasheka Usman (rtd), Directors of Public Relations of sister services, staff officers of 3 Division Headquarters, senior officers, members of the media and information management experts, as well as spokespersons of security agencies.

Photo of Two Surrendered ISWAP Niggaz posing for a photo shortly after they surrendered.
What do you think?

The Participants of Army War College Nigeria (AWCN) Course 6/2022 have embarked on an Internal Security Study Tour to Operations HADARIN DAJI and WHIRL STROKE at Sokoto and Benue States respectively from 23 - 26 May 2022. 

The tour which was led by the Commandant AWCN, Maj Gen Bamidele Alabi, members of Faculty is part of the course requirements for the Interagency Cooperation and Coordination in Military Operations Module, is intended to provide participants with the opportunity to appreciate the conduct and complexity inherent in joint and interagency operations. 

The theme for the 2022 Internal Security Study Tour is "Developing Strategies for Operations in a Whole of Government/ Society Approach to Internal Security in Nigeria" .

SpyeNews learnt that the tour which comprises of 2 Teams will visits some military and security agencies locations within the Operations’ Area of Responsibility. 

The Commandant AWCN, Maj Gen Bamidele A Alabi, who is the Overall Tour Director, leads the Team 1 visiting Operation HADARIN DAJI, while the Deputy Comdt/ DOS, Brig Gen UM Alkali heads Team 2 visiting Operation WHIRL STROKE. 

The SpyeNews gathered that the tour will last for 3 days and participants being commanders at operational level are amongst other things expected to study the mandate, capabilities and challenges of the agencies participating in these operations. 

The College recently concluded its Environmental Study Tour 2022, which took the participants to North- West, South-South and South-West Geo-Political Zones of the country.

The Minister of Defence Maj Gen Bashir Salihi Magashi (rtd) has assured the Air Marshal Oladayo Amao led Nigerian Air Force of the President Muhammadu Buhari's commitment to sustaining the trajectory of the Air power attacks capabilities of the Service.

General Magashi stated this in his inaugural speech as Special guest of honour at the NAF 58th anniversary seminar held at the NAF base Kano, Kano State.

In a statement, Special Assistant to the Minister of Defence on Media and Publicity, Mohammad Abdulkadri noted that according to Minister of Defence, this will be a catalyst towards reinforcing its National defence constiitional role assuring that the President is poised to providing new platforms for its operations. 

 He commended the strategic role of the Nigerian Air Force in the on-going joint Forces Operations towards keeping the sanctity and integrity of the nation's sovereignty.

The Defence Minister said that the theme of the seminar, "Enhancing the Nigerian Air Force's Operational Efficiency in Joint Operations for Effective Response to Contemporary National Security Imperatives" is apt pointing out that it couldn't have come at a better time. 

In his opening remarks the Chief of Air Staff Air Marshal Oladayo Amao justified the hosting of the NAF Day / Reunion 2022 in Kano as a mark of respect and honour in honour of the Minister of Defence Maj Gen Bashir Salihi Magashi (rtd) whose guidance and support to the service he said are impacting greatly on its operations in  various ways.

While appreciating the totality of the huge support of the Commander-in-Chief of the Nigerian Armed Forces, President Muhammadu Buhari to the service, Air Marshal Amao stressed that the service has come a long way in fulfilling its constitional mandate of defending National territorial integrity and cohesion in a joint Operational environment.

  The Chief of Air Staff who disclosed that NAF has evolved new strategy to improve its critical Air power capabilities for joint Forces employment and deployment said the 58th anniversary celebrations have touched the hearts and minds of many  Nigerians domiciled in various contiguous Communities bordering NAF Units and Bases across the country through the medical outreaches. 

  The first paper titled Air - Ground integration and Operational Efficiency: AFN in perspective was delivered by Group Captain AA Komolafe while the 2nd seminar paper delivered by Air Commodore MC Ekwueme was on "Optimizing NAF UAV Operations for Effective Joint Force Employment". 

 The climax of the NAF Seminar was the presentation of  souvenirs and the unveiling  of the book , " Nigerian Air Force; So Far"

The Nigerian Army on Saturday says, troops of 34 Brigade in conjunction with operatives of the Department of State Service on Friday 20 May 2022, dislodged a training camp of the proscribed Indigeneous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its armed wing, Eastern Security Network (ESN) at Okporo in Orlu Local Government Area of Imo State. 

Army spokesperson l, Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu in a statement revealed that the troops dislodged the training camp after exchanging fire with the dissidents, neutralizing two notorious members of the group, who have been on the wanted list of security agencies and have been terrorising residents in the general area of Orlu, Orsu and Njaba. 

Nwachukwu added that the troops equally destroyed the training shed and other facilities used by the separatists, including a shrine, which members of the outlawed group reportedly use for spiritual fortification. 

A local factory for fabricating weapons wa also discovered and destroyed. 

A search of the factory uncovered , three dane guns, one locally fabricated pistol, one live round of 7.62mm, one live cartridge, two used shells of 7.62mm (special) and objects suspected to be charms, among other dangerous weapons. 
Source: https://www.spyetv.com.ng/2022/05/two-notorious-ipobesn-members-killed-as.html?m=1

Benito, the stepson of actress, Funke Akindele-Bello, has alleged that she and his dad, JJC Skillz, have cheated on each other in their marriage.

He said this in an Instagram Live video on Friday.

He said, "She accuses everyone of dating my dad. But your beloved had cheated on my dad. My dad cheated too.

"They don't sleep in the same room. They haven't slept in the same room for two years."

Benito had weeks ago alleged that his dad's marriage to the actress was troubled. He also disclosed he was allegedly assaulted by his father when he was expelled for bringing alcohol to school.

The couple got married almost six years and have twin sons.

Source: https://www.spyetv.com.ng/2022/05/funke-akindele-my-dad-cheat-on-each.html?m=1

The Nigerian Air Force 58th celebration of Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Day 2022 Celebration due to hold today 21st May 2022 at the Nigerian Air Force Base, Kano.

Spye News reports that, Air Commodore Edward Gabkwet, Director of Public Relations and Information had earlier announced the rescheduled date from 19th May to 21st May, 2022.

In our report, we informed you that The Chairman, Organizing Committee, NAF Day 2022 Celebration/Reunion, Air Commodore Olasunkanmi Abidoye said the theme for this years anniversary is “Enhancing Nigerian Air Force Efficiency in Joint Operations for Effective Response to Contemporary National Security Imperatives.”

He said the theme aimed at emphasizing renewed focus on joint military operations and effective synergy among the Services and other security agencies as well as consolidating on the gains of the employment of airpower especially at this critical stage in the Nation’s history.

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, President Muhammadu Buhari GCFR is expected to be the Special Guest of Honour, while all Service Chiefs including the Chief of Defence Staff is expected to be at the epoch event in Kano.

Meanwhile, before the announcement of the rescheduled date, there was Juma’at Prayers and Interdenominational Church Service on Friday, 13 and Sunday, 15 May 2022 respectively

The anniversary, would also witness the Pulling out Ceremony of members of 35th and 36th Regular Course who recently retired from the Service. 

A golf kitty would also be held in Kano while other sporting activities would take place simultaneously in all NAF units across the country as well as a Re-union Night to honour some retired senior officers of the NAF after many years of meritorious service to the Country.  

The anniversary ceremonies are expected to end on Monday, 23rd May 2022 with a ceremonial parade, symbolic fly-past, Research and Development (R&) exhibition and photo gallery display. 

Source: https://www.spyetv.com.ng/2022/05/naf-58th-celebration-holds-today-in-kano.html?m=1

VIDEO:Many Commuters Abducted Along Katari-Kaduna Abuja Expressway by Terrorists

The Video here: https://www.spyetv.com.ng/2022/05/video-many-commuters-abducted-along.html?m=1

A member of the National Youth Service Corps, identified simply as Aliyu, who served in Abuja, was killed by a stray bullet from a crossfire between security officials and bandits along Kaduna-Abuja Expressway.

It was gathered that the bandits were engaged by the security officials while they attempted to cross the highway at Kasarami Village, Friday night.

The corps member, on a Kaduna-bound commercial vehicle, was reportedly hit on the head by the bullet. 

A high-ranking police officer in the state who spoke on condition of anonymity said about seven bandits were killed during the crossfire.

Police Spokesperson has not issued an official Statement to confirm this report and her phone number is unreachable as at the time of filing this report.

NAF @ 58: A True Muslim Embrace Peace - Cleric Urges Nigerians to Pray for Military



The Director of Islamic Affair NAF Headquarters, Air Commodore Lukman Abiodun Lawal, Friday, has said, a True Muslim embraced Peace and not violence, appealed to all Nigerians to always intercede in prayer for military personnel to combat banditry, terrorism, insecurity and other criminals terrorising the country. 

The cleric said this at the Juma’at Prayer Service which was held at the Air Force Base Mosque, Abuja to mark NAF 58th anniversary celebration with the theme, “Enhancing Nigerian Air Force Efficiency in Joint Operations for Effective Response to Contemporary National Security Imperatives”.

This, the cleric said, would boast morale of troops of the armed forces and other security agencies fighting security challenges across the country.

Air Commodore Lukman Abiodun Lawal also noted that, "One integral part of Nigerian Air Force infantry is the Chaplancy and the essence of it is morale booaster, to maintain morale of the soldiers, to pray for the souls of the departed and to pray for troops who have suffered injuries."

The Cleric also speak on peace, "essence of the Commission of men is to maintain peace, harmony and tranquility on earth. Man is not expected to change the nature of creation. Those who cause disharmony, disunity insecurity, are are agents of evil.

“Peace and unity are very important for any nation to survive, the situation in our country as of today is that the peace and unity of the nation are highly threatened.

"Our noble organization NAF played prominent role in maintaining peace. The essence of human life is to maintain balance, exactly the peace. That's what the airforce is for