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A United States lawmaker, Representative Riley M. Moore of Virginia’s Second Congressional District, has confirmed that at least 12 Tomahawk missiles were launched against suspected terrorist targets in Sokoto State, Nigeria, on December 25. Moore disclosed this during an interview with Fox News, stating that the strikes were carried out by the US military in …

Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef  Fagbemi, SAN, has emphasised that the swift administration of justice is a critical complement to Nigeria’s military and intelligence efforts against terrorism and organised crime. Speaking at the Special Court Session marking the commencement of the 2025/2026 legal year of the Court of Appeal, Fagbemi stressed …

AGF Fagbemi Withdraws Defamation Charges Against Senator Natasha

France has reaffirmed its solidarity with Nigeria amid escalating security challenges, particularly persistent terrorist attacks in the northern regions of the country. French President Emmanuel Macron disclosed that he recently spoke with President Bola Tinubu, pledging to deepen cooperation with Nigerian authorities and enhance support for communities affected by violence. READ ALSO: Terrorism Charge: IPOB …

The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, says the Federal Government will soon publish the identities of individuals and networks behind the financing of terrorism in the country. Speaking during an interview on Television Continental on Sunday, Bwala said the Tinubu administration has begun taking “far-reaching decisions” on national security …

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has carried out precision airstrikes that killed several ISWAP terrorists in Borno State. The strikes also destroyed bandit hideouts in Katsina and Kwara States. NAF spokesperson Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame confirmed the operations in a statement on Monday. He said the coordinated air missions were conducted on Sunday, November 10. …

In February 2022, the Nigerian government stood before the world with a bold claim: it had uncovered 96 terrorism financiers, 424 associates, 123 companies, and 33 bureaux de change linked to violent extremist networks tearing the nation apart. The announcement, delivered by then Information Minister, Lai Mohammed, should have shaken the country to its core. …

The Nigerian Army has announced major operational successes across the country, with troops killing nine terrorists, arresting eight suspects, and rescuing 37 kidnapped victims during coordinated operations. A military source said the operations were carried out nationwide, reflecting the army’s renewed drive to strengthen security. According to the source, troops of the 151 Task Force …

Nigerian troops battle insurgents and terrorists in northern Nigeria

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