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Army Assures: Troops’ Location in Kwara Remains Secure Despite Bandit Threats
The Nigerian Army has refuted claims that bandits overpowered their forces and seized six General Purpose Machine Guns (GPMGs) along with more than 30,000 rounds...

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Politics Today
11 hours ago11 hours ago

The Nigerian Army has refuted claims that bandits overpowered their forces and seized six General Purpose Machine Guns (GPMGs) along with more than 30,000 rounds of ammunition in Obanla, Kwara State. According to a statement from Lt-Col Polycarp Okoye, Deputy Director of Army Public Relations for the 2 Division Nigerian Army, the troops of the...

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Ndume Praises Zulum and Military for Swift Commitment to Deploy Troops Following Kirawa Attacks
Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume, representing Borno South, has commended Governor Babagana Zulum alongside the North East Operation Hadin Kai troops for their swift action in...

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Politics Today
20 hours ago19 hours ago

Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume, representing Borno South, has commended Governor Babagana Zulum alongside the North East Operation Hadin Kai troops for their swift action in visiting the displaced residents of Kirawa town in Gwoza local government area. Last week, Senator Ndume voiced his deep concern over the resurgence of Boko Haram attacks and the resulting...

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Military Cracks Down: 16 Officers Arrested for Indiscipline and Service Violations
On Saturday, the Nigerian Armed Forces disclosed the detention of sixteen officers accused of indiscipline and breaches of military regulations. Initial investigations suggest that these...

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Politics Today
2 days ago2 days ago

On Saturday, the Nigerian Armed Forces disclosed the detention of sixteen officers accused of indiscipline and breaches of military regulations. Initial investigations suggest that these officers’ misconduct was primarily driven by frustrations related to repeated failures in promotion tests and concerns over halted career advancement. Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, the Director of Defence Information, stated...

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Benue Community Demands Army Withdrawal, Accuses Troops of Inhumane Treatment
Chief Iorbee Ihagh, the president general of Mdzough U Tiv Worldwide, has urgently demanded the immediate withdrawal of the Nigerian Army from Turan community in...

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Politics Today
2 days ago2 days ago

Chief Iorbee Ihagh, the president general of Mdzough U Tiv Worldwide, has urgently demanded the immediate withdrawal of the Nigerian Army from Turan community in Kwande Local Government Area, Benue State. He condemned the military’s actions, describing them as brutal and unjustified, particularly highlighting the killing of innocent youths in the region. In a phone...

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Here’s a more engaging version of the title: “Inside Trump’s National Guard Deployments: What You Need to Know Now | NPR
National Guard troops on patrol at the National Mall in Washington, DC, August 26, 2025. Saul Loeb/AFP via Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Saul...

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International News
5 days ago5 days ago

National Guard troops on patrol at the National Mall in Washington, DC, August 26, 2025. Saul Loeb/AFP via Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Saul Loeb/AFP via Getty Images The Trump administration has initiated or threatened the deployment of National Guard forces in over half a dozen U.S. cities, citing concerns over escalating crime rates....

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Russia-Ukraine War Day 1,315: Unfolding Key Events and Latest Updates
Key developments on the 1,315th day of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Date: October 1, 2025 As of Wednesday, October 1, the situation unfolds...

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5 days ago5 days ago

Key developments on the 1,315th day of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Date: October 1, 2025 As of Wednesday, October 1, the situation unfolds as follows: Combat Updates The Russian Ministry of Defence announced that Russian troops have taken control of a village near Siversk, located in Ukraine’s Donetsk region. The International Atomic Energy...

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Countdown to Shutdown: Top Military Leaders Convene Amid Deadline – NPR
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6 days ago6 days ago

Good morning. Welcome to the Up First newsletter. Subscribe here to receive it directly in your inbox, and tune in to the Up First podcast for the essential news to kickstart your day. Key Headlines Today Yesterday’s discussions between leading Democrats, Republicans, and President Trump concluded without an agreement to finance the government. Federal funding...

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Taiwan Under Fire: The Growing Missile Threat Unveiled by The New York Times
China is actively developing its eastern coastline into a strategic missile launch zone aimed at Taiwan and the surrounding maritime areas. This expansion aligns with...

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International News
1 week ago1 week ago

China is actively developing its eastern coastline into a strategic missile launch zone aimed at Taiwan and the surrounding maritime areas. This expansion aligns with President Xi Jinping’s broader goal of asserting control over Taiwan and challenging U.S. influence in the Asia-Pacific region through a formidable display of military power. According to Pentagon reports, China’s...

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It’s About Time”: Trump Announces He Will Finally Join Gathering of US Military Leaders
President Donald Trump has announced his intention to address a gathering of senior US military leaders at the Marine Corps base in Quantico, Virginia, emphasizing...

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International News
1 week ago1 week ago

President Donald Trump has announced his intention to address a gathering of senior US military leaders at the Marine Corps base in Quantico, Virginia, emphasizing their vital role and encouraging resilience and strength. United States Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has urgently called together hundreds of generals and admirals-officers of one-star rank and above-along with...

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Trump Announces Deployment of Troops to Portland, Oregon: What It Means for the City – NPR
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1 week ago1 week ago

troops to Portland, Ore.” fetchpriority=”high” /> President Trump arrives at the White House on Friday. On Saturday, he announced plans to deploy troops to Portland, Oregon. Julia Demaree Nikhinson/AP hide caption toggle caption Julia Demaree Nikhinson/AP WASHINGTON – On Saturday, President Donald Trump declared his intention to dispatch federal forces to Portland, Oregon, authorizing the...

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