The Nigerian Army says it has fully recovered its official X account following an attempted cyberattack in August.The Army announced on Sunday that its verified handle, @HQNigerianArmy, had been restored and was now under its exclusive official management. The Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, had earlier confirmed that unauthorised access attempts…
The Nigerian Army and the Prayer and Support for the Nigerian Armed Forces and other Security Agencies (PSNAFSA) have called for sustained efforts to tackle insecurity in the country. The call was made during the second memorial service of former Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, held at the Maria Lagbaja Event Centre,…
The Commander of the Nigerian Army Infantry Corps, Major General GM Mutkut, has honoured soldiers retiring from the Nigerian Army after 35 years of service. The recognition celebrates the retiring personnel for their years of commitment, discipline and contributions to the Nigerian Army and the country’s military service. The soldiers dedicated more than three decades…
The Nigerian Army has announced a special recruitment exercise for skilled Nigerians as part of the 92 Regular Recruits Intake, with online registration scheduled to run from September 16 to October 21, 2026. The Army said the exercise is aimed at recruiting men and women with technical skills required for specialised areas of military service….
The Nigerian Army has commenced an investigation into allegations of sexual abuse involving a serving officer, Captain Etim Essien, and a 13-year-old girl. Essien, who is attached to the Headquarters of 3 Division, Jos, was accused of allegedly sexually abusing his wife’s younger stepsister. The Army confirmed the investigation in a statement issued on Saturday…
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has approved the strategic redeployment of senior officers to key command, operational and staff positions across the Nigerian Army to strengthen operational effectiveness and enhance national security. The Nigerian Army said the postings were designed to align its command structure with Nigeria’s evolving security environment,…
The Nigerian Army has announced a major reshuffle of its senior officers, with fresh appointments and redeployments across key commands and operational formations in the country. The restructuring includes the appointment of Major-General IA Ajose as the new Theatre Commander of the Joint Task Force North East, Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK). Ajose takes over from…
The Nigerian Army has warned Nigerians against a fake recruitment publication circulating on social media, claiming that applications for the 92 Regular Recruitment Intake have commenced. The Army said the recruitment notice was false and urged members of the public, particularly prospective applicants, to disregard it completely. In a statement issued on Wednesday by the…
