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COAS LAUDS NAOWA FOR KEEPING THE HOME FRONT, URGES LEADERSHIP TO PROMOTE PEACE AND UNITY
COAS LAUDS NAOWA FOR KEEPING THE HOME FRONT, URGES LEADERSHIP TO PROMOTE PEACE AND UNITY
By: ONYEMA NWACHUKWU
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede has commended the Nigerian Army Officers’ Wives Association (NAOWA) for its exceptional efforts in maintaining the home front while their spouse are away on military duties, urging the new leadership to build on existing foundations of unity and an all encompassing association.
The COAS gave the commendation today, Wednesday 4 December 2024 while hosting the President NAOWA, Mrs Mernan Oluyede and executive members of the Association who paid a courtesy visit on him at the Army Headquarters Conference Room, Abuja.
The Army Chief extolled NAOWA’s role in promoting unity and charity within the Nigerian Army community and beyond, emphasizing the importance of harmonious working relations to all her members.
The COAS commended NAOWA’s support to Mrs Mariya Lagbaja during the difficult period of the passing of the late COAS, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja and urged them to strengthen the bond. Lt Gen Oluyede assured the association of his unflinching support towards the achievement of their organizational goals and agenda.
Speaking during her courtesy visit, President NAOWA, Mrs Mernan Oluyede, congratulated the COAS on his confirmation as the 24th Chief of Army Staff and acknowledged the NA’s role in NAOWA’s successes. She pointed out that her vision for NAOWA is focused on uniting the association while building on legacies of her predecessors.
Mrs Oluyede unveiled her mission statement as “Enhancing humanity through a steadfast commitment to unity, service and preservation of enduring legacies”, adding that the organization will also ensure fostering bonds among members of NAOWA while being focused on its mission through dedicated humanitarian initiatives and unwavering support for the military families.
The President NAOWA stated that the organization inspired quality living standards of members, ensures measurable growth in community impact, and creates a legacy of empowerment and service to generations to come.
The President NAOWA requested continuous support from the NA to achieve NAOWA’s aims and objectives. She emphasized NAOWA’s commitment to the NA, praying for sustained security and stability at the home front and the nation in general.
COAS LAUDS NAOWA FOR KEEPING THE HOME FRONT, URGES LEADERSHIP TO PROMOTE PEACE AND UNITY
Troops rescue 31 kidnapped passengers in Kogi, search ongoing for others
By; Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Army troops in collaboration with police and local hunters rescued 31 kidnapped passengers along the Apata-Obajana road on Thursday night.
Zagazola Makama informed reliably that the incident occurred on May8, at about 11:50 p.m. when two Toyota Hiace buses travelling from Lagos to Kano and Katsina respectively were attacked by armed hoodlums.
The first bus with registration number DTF 773 XA driven by Saminu Yahaya was heading to Kano with 17 passengers, while the second, with registration number KNA 170 XA, driven by Bashir Dahiru, was en route to Katsina with another 17 passengers.
A distress alert was received from a local hunter, prompting a swift response by the troops who engaged the assailants in a fierce gun duel, which forced the attackers to abandon 31 of the 38 victims and flee into the forest.
Four of the rescued passengers sustained machete injuries, while one victim was hit by a bullet in the left thigh. All injured victims were immediately evacuated to a hospital for medical treatment.
Efforts are ongoing to rescue the remaining seven abducted persons have been intensified.
Troops rescue 31 kidnapped passengers in Kogi, search ongoing for others
Troops of Operation Safe Haven arrest notorious gunrunners, recover arms in Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) have arrested three suspected notorious gunrunners and recovered arms and ammunition in Golgokofa village under Godogodo Chiefdom, Jema’a Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
The operation, which was conducted on May 8, followed credible intelligence that led the troops to the suspects’ hideout.
The suspects were identified as Adamu Musa, 65; Lukman Isah, 35; and Umar Jammo, 25.
Items recovered from the operation include one AK-47 rifle, one fabricated gun, one AK-47 magazine, a round of 7.62mm (Special) ammunition, and three motorcycles.
The suspects are currently in custody and making useful confessions to aid further operations aimed at arresting other members of the criminal network and recovering additional arms.
OPSH reiterated its commitment to working with the public and utilizing actionable intelligence to rid the region of criminal elements and ensure a safe and secure environment.
Troops of Operation Safe Haven arrest notorious gunrunners, recover arms in Kaduna
Cattle Herder Survives ISWAP Terrorists Attack in Monguno LGA, Borno
By Hamza Suleiman
On May 7, 2025, at approximately 2030hrs, a cattle herder, Hassan Bukar, 55, was attacked by suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists while grazing his cattle in Wulo bush, Monguno Local Government Area, Borno State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the assailants used a knife to cut him at the nape of his neck, but the victim, despite the severity of the injury, managed to survive.
The victim was immediately rushed to Monguno General Hospital by a patrol team from Monguno Division, where he was admitted and is currently receiving treatment.
Troops of Sector 3 MNJTF and Operational Hadin Kai have intensified efforts to track and nutrialised the terrorists.
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