Explosion Reported Near Military Barracks in Nigeria’s Capital: Army
An explosion occurred near a military barracks in the Nigerian capital Abuja, as an intelligence source said that the suspected attacker had died.
Jihadists Kill Four Nigerian Troops in New Base Attack: Sources
A jihadist raid on an army base in northeast Nigeria left at least four troops dead and others taken hostage, a military source and a resident said.
Jihadists Kill 15 Mourners in Northeast Nigeria: Sources
Jihadists linked to the Islamic State group opened fire on mourners in a village in Nigeria's Borno state killing at least 15 people.
Nigeria Introduces ‘Africa’s First’ Kamikaze Attack Drone
The Nigerian military has unveiled Africa’s “first and largest” attack drone, marking a significant leap in the continent’s ability to develop its own advanced defense technologies.
10 Civilians Killed in ‘Accidental’ Nigerian Army Strike
Airstrikes by Nigerian military targeting suspected jihadists killed 10 civilians and injured six others, local officials said.
Jihadists Kill Five Nigerian Troops in Raid on Base
Attackers from an Islamic State-affiliated jihadist group killed five Nigerian soldiers in a raid on a military base near the Niger border.
Nigerian Army to Buy Indian Attack Helicopters: Report
The Nigerian Army is close to acquiring a batch of four Light Combat Helicopters from India, according to Indian media.
At Least 81 Killed in Nigeria in Suspected Boko Haram Attack: Officials
At least 81 people died and several were missing after an attack by suspected Boko Haram jihadists in Nigeria's northeastern Yobe State.
Nigeria Announces ‘Overambitious’ Plan to Buy 50 Military Aircraft
Nigeria has announced plans to further boost its counter-terrorism capabilities by procuring 50 new military aircraft.
Nigerian Army to Receive More Tactical Vehicles for Counter-Terrorism Ops
The Nigerian Army will soon receive an additional fleet of tactical armored vehicles to boost its capability in combating various security challenges.
Nigerian Military Receives 20 Armored Personnel Carriers
Nigeria’s defense ministry has handed over 20 newly-acquired armored personnel carriers to the country’s armed forces.
Nigerian Army to Power Vehicles With Natural Gas
The Nigerian Army has signed an agreement to convert 30 of its petrol-powered vehicles to compressed natural gas-powered capabilities.
Nigeria Acquiring CN235-220 Military Transport Aircraft From Indonesia
An African aviation firm Allied Aeronautics is procuring four CN235-220 transport aircraft for the Nigerian Army.
Nigeria Acquires 12 Attack Helos to Bolster Counter-Terrorism Punch
The Nigerian Army has bought 12 attack helicopters from MD Helicopters to arm its newly-formed army aviation unit.
