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8 Dec
Every nation and indeed every society is helped along by the presence of individuals whose sobriety and humane approach to issues allow men to apply some sense and sensibility in periods of great agitation.
13 Oct 2023
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun state, yesterday, praised the Nigerian military for shunning anti-democratic acts, describing democracy as a necessity for all societies. Welcoming the Chief of Army, General Taoheed Lagbaja, to his country home, yesterday, Adeleke condemned democratic setbacks in some parts of Africa and urged the strengthening of democratic correction mechanisms instead of…
28 Aug 2023
As said by George Washington, "A great general is not just a warrior, but a strategist, diplomat, and inspiration to his troops". This and many more have General Tukur Yusufu Buratai shown to Nigerians and the world. Buratai is a distinguished Nigerian military leader who has left an indelible mark on the canvas of patriotism.…
10 Aug 2023
The Chief of Army Staff, Major General Taoreed Lagbaja, said the insecurity ravaging the South East region will soon end. Lagbaja, who was represented by the Deputy Director Operations Army Headquarters, Brigadier General Gabriel Olufemi Esho, said this on Thursday, during a meeting with the House of Representative Ad-Hoc committee investigating the killing and kidnapping…
7 Jun 2023
The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Faruk Yahaya, says the Nigerian Army must continue to draw lessons from the Nigerian Civil War in tackling contemporary security challenges bedeviling the nation.
30 Apr 2023
The Ekikienkpong family in Idum Mbube, Ogoja in Cross River, has petitioned the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lt.- Gen. Farouk Yahaya, over the alleged murder of their son, Joseph Okpe at a hotel in Ogoja.

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