Military
MNJTF eliminates 22 ISWAP terrorists, recovered arms in Lake Chad
MNJTF eliminates 22 ISWAP terrorists, recovered arms in Lake Chad
The Troops of the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) have killed about 22 Boko Haram/Islamic State of the West African Province (ISWAP) terrorists during a fighting clearance operation on the fringes of Lake Chad.
Lt. Col. Kamarudeen Adegoke, the Chief of Military Public Information of the MNJTF N’Djamena, Chad, confirmed this in a statement on Saturday.
Adegoke said that the terrorists were neutralised at Tumbun Rabo in Abadam Local Government Area in Borno on April 27.
He said: “After the operational engagement which was firmly supported by the Air Task Force of Operation Hadin Kai and the MNJTF, a battle damage assessment clearly revealed at least 20 BHT were neutralised, 12 AK 47 rifles, 1X Mortar 60mm and large catches of ammunition of different calibers were recovered.
“Likewise, carefully concealed 5x Gun Trucks and a truck laden with supplies meant for the criminals were destroyed.
“Also an MRAP fighting vehicle was recovered by the troops; it was carted from Nigerian Army position in the past,” he said.
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Adegoke explained that the troops of combined Taskforce Mallam Fatori/Damasak at forwarding Operations Base Arege drawn from MNJTF Sectors 3 and 4 (Nigerian and Nigeriene troops) have continued with aggressive patrols to dominate and put pressure on the criminals.
“With multiple sorties against the terrorists’ positions, Air Taskforce gave effective close air support and attacked the criminals to enable ground forces to access the hitherto well-defended terrorists’ strongholds in the vicinity of Tumbun Rago.
“Despite strong resistance by the Boko Haram terrorists, the ground troops charged through several obstacles and cleared the mined routes, which made them come in contact with elements of the insurgents.
Relatedly, troops of Sector 1 Taskforce Wulgo (MNJTF troops from Cameroun) continued aggressive dominance of their assigned areas with a clearance patrol to the general area of Chikingudu, areas were seen to be deserted but troops came in contact with two Boko Haram logisticians who attempted to flee but were neutralised by the vigilant troops.
“Two motorcycles were recovered from them. Meanwhile, the Amphibious Taskforce Darak of same Sector 1 have continued their maritime patrols to dominate their areas,” the spokesman said.
He added that the task force cleared the villages of Bourame and Magoume, however, nothing of security significance was found with the villagers carrying out their normal routines.
According to him, the Task Force continued to the Kirta Wulgo and Tcholl settlements suspected to have Boko Haram terrorists hibernating there, but the terrorists fled before the arrival of our troops.
“Makeshift shelters seen there were destroyed by the gallant troops,” he stated.
Adegoke said that the combined ground and amphibious operations have exerted much pressure on the terrorists denying them freedom of movement and action, and this would be sustained by the highly spirited troops.
COAS Deepens Military-Traditional Institution Partnership for National Security
By: Zagazola Makama
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s commitment to strengthening partnerships with traditional institutions and host communities to enhance intelligence gathering and national security.
Shaibu gave the assurance on Friday, Oct. 9, when he paid homage to the Andoma of Doma Kingdom, His Royal Highness Alhaji Dr Ahmadu Aliyu Ogga Onawo, at his palace in Doma, Nasarawa State.
The COAS was in Doma for the graduation ceremony of an elite Special Forces Battalion trained at the Nigerian Army Special Forces School in the kingdom.
He acknowledged the strategic role of traditional institutions and host communities in intelligence gathering, early warning, community trust and the promotion of sustainable peace.
Shaibu appreciated the Andoma and the people of Doma for their continued support and hospitality, stressing that a whole-of-society approach remained vital to addressing contemporary security challenges.
He noted that cooperation between the military, traditional rulers and local communities was essential to strengthening security operations and building public confidence.
In his response, the Andoma commended the COAS for his leadership and the establishment of the Nigerian Army Special Forces School in Doma, describing the facility as a significant contribution to the kingdom.
The traditional ruler pledged the continued support of the institution and the people of Doma to the Nigerian Army, while offering prayers for lasting peace, stability and security across the country.
The visit underscores the importance of civil-military cooperation and the role of traditional institutions in supporting security efforts and fostering peaceful coexistence in host communities.
COAS Deepens Military-Traditional Institution Partnership for National Security
Military
Nigerian Army Graduates Elite Special Forces Battalion to Boost Counter-Terrorism Operations
Nigerian Army Graduates Elite Special Forces Battalion to Boost Counter-Terrorism Operations
By: Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Army has graduated a full-fledged Special Forces battalion to strengthen the country’s counter-terrorism and internal security capabilities amid evolving threats from terrorists and other criminal networks.
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, disclosed this on Friday, Oct. 9, during the graduation ceremony at the Nigerian Army Special Forces School in Doma, Nasarawa State.
Shaibu said the new battalion would enhance the Army’s capacity to conduct specialised operations, penetrate difficult terrain and dismantle terrorist and criminal networks.
He explained that the Army’s expansion from eight to 12 divisions required corresponding specialised capabilities to sustain operational readiness and extend security coverage across the country.
According to him, the emerging security environment, including the use of drones, improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and other evolving tactics by adversaries, requires highly trained personnel capable of adapting to changing battlefield conditions.
The COAS said the newly graduated personnel had undergone six months of intensive training designed to improve their combat proficiency, resilience and adaptability in demanding operational environments.
He highlighted the specialised facilities at the school, including what was described as the Army’s most difficult and complex obstacle course to date, featuring 20 obstacles.
The school also has its first-ever maze, designed to help soldiers overcome fear of darkness and confined spaces while improving their resilience and spatial orientation.
Shaibu charged the Special Forces personnel to uphold discipline, precision, sound judgment and respect for human rights in the discharge of their duties.
He stressed that operational success must not come at the expense of public confidence, adding that intelligence-led operations, technological awareness and cooperation with sister Services and other security agencies remained critical to achieving sustainable security outcomes.
The COAS also commended the instructors and training partners for their contributions to developing a highly trained, adaptable and mission-ready force.
Earlier, the Chief of Training (Army), Maj.-Gen. Valentine Okoro, said the training programme had been tailored to meet contemporary operational demands and incorporate lessons from ongoing military operations.
The Commandant of the Nigerian Army Special Forces School, Brig.-Gen. Umar Abubakar, highlighted the rigorous physical and tactical training undertaken by the graduands to prepare them for complex missions.
The graduation marks another step in the Army’s efforts to build specialised capabilities in response to evolving security threats and strengthen the operational effectiveness of its field formations.
Nigerian Army Graduates Elite Special Forces Battalion to Boost Counter-Terrorism Operations
COAS Hails Nasarawa Support as Army Expansion Strengthens National Security
By: Zagazola Makama
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has commended the Nasarawa State Government for supporting newly established Nigerian Army formations and units, saying the partnership is critical to strengthening operational readiness and improving responses to security threats.
Shaibu gave the commendation on Friday, Oct. 9, during a courtesy visit to Gov. Abdullahi Sule at the Government House, Lafia, as part of his operational assessment tour and activities surrounding the graduation of a full-fledged Special Forces battalion in Doma.
The COAS said the visit provided an opportunity to assess the operational readiness and administrative arrangements of the newly established formations and units.
He appreciated the governor and the people of Nasarawa for providing an enabling environment and critical facilities to support the take-off and operations of the new formations.
Shaibu noted that the Nigerian Army’s expansion from eight to 12 divisions required stronger operational capabilities, improved force deployment and closer cooperation with state governments and other security stakeholders.
He said Nasarawa’s growing role as a host to several Army formations and units, including the Nigerian Army Special Forces School in Doma, was expected to improve security coverage and response to emerging threats across the North-Central region.
According to him, sustained collaboration between the military and state governments remains essential to advancing national security objectives and maintaining peace and stability.
In his response, Sule thanked the COAS for siting the Army formations in the state, describing the development as strategic to improving security and creating a more conducive environment for socio-economic activities.
The governor assured the Nigerian Army and other security agencies of his administration’s continued support and cooperation to sustain peace and enable the formations to discharge their constitutional responsibilities effectively.
The engagement underscores the importance of federal-state cooperation in strengthening military infrastructure, improving operational effectiveness and addressing evolving security challenges.
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