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Nigerian troops have recorded a major breakthrough in the ongoing counter-terrorism war after storming several torture camps operated by the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) in Borno and Yobe states, neutralising no fewer than 32 terrorists. The coordinated military operation, carried out by troops of Operation Hadin Kai with support from other security units, […]

The United States Congress on Tuesday held another hearing on Nigeria, focusing on allegations of genocide and growing concerns over religious freedom in Africa’s most populous nation. During the session, lawmakers heard testimonies from policy experts, human rights advocates and security analysts who warned that persistent violence across parts of Nigeria has reached alarming levels. […]

The disclosure was made on Tuesday by the head of the U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), marking the first public acknowledgement that American forces are operating on Nigerian soil since Washington came under attack in an airstrike on Christmas Day. According to the U.S. military, the deployed personnel are part of a limited advisory and support […]

South African singer Tyla says African artists are only getting started on the global music scene following her second Grammy win. The singer clinched the Best African Music Performance award at the 2026 Grammy Awards for her hit track “Push 2 Start,” emerging as one of the most celebrated African acts at this year’s ceremony. […]

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid glowing tribute to Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti following his posthumous recognition with the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. In a statement released on Sunday, the President described Fela as a fearless voice, a revolutionary artist, and a cultural force whose music transcended entertainment to become a powerful instrument of social […]

The Nigerian Army has dismantled a major bandit network in Zamfara State following a coordinated military operation that led to the neutralisation of scores of terrorists. The operation, carried out by troops under ongoing counter-insurgency and anti-banditry efforts in the North-West, targeted known bandit enclaves and logistical routes used by criminal groups to launch attacks […]

Suspected armed bandits have launched a deadly attack on Agwara community in Niger State, setting ablaze a police station and a church while abducting at least five residents.Eyewitnesses said the assailants stormed the community late at night, firing sporadically to instil fear and force residents indoors before carrying out the arson attacks. The police station […]

One person has been confirmed dead following a gun battle between operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and suspected smugglers in Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government Area of Ogun State. According to reports, the incident occurred during an intelligence-led operation by Customs officers who were said to be on patrol when they encountered a group of […]