ANALYSIS: Security Begins With Who We Recruit By MUKHTAR Ya’u Madobi Every recruitment exercise into Nigeria’s security services should be viewed as more than an opportunity to reduce unemployment. It is, in essence, an exercise in national security. Because, the people admitted into the armed forces today may, within a few years, be entrusted with
The Nigerian Army has announced the commencement of online registration for its 92nd Regular Recruits Intake Exercise for qualified Nigerians seeking enlistment as tradesmen, non-tradesmen and women. The Army said the registration exercise, which began on September 9, 2026, would run until October 21, 2026, and urged interested candidates who meet the requirements to take
The Nigerian Army has approved the strategic redeployment of senior officers to key command, operational and staff positions as part of efforts to strengthen operational effectiveness and align its leadership structure with Nigeria’s evolving security challenges. The postings, approved by the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, are aimed at placing experienced officers
Colonel Mohammed Ma’aji, a Nigerian Army, has disclosed why he and other military officers allegedly considered overthrowing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, citing insecurity, economic hardship and concerns over governance. Ma’aji, who is facing trial before a General Court Martial over the alleged coup plot, reportedly told military investigators that the idea of military intervention
The Theatre Commander of Operation Hadin Kai, Major General Abdulsalam Abubakar, has charged troops deployed in the North-East to sustain aggressive military operations against terrorist groups operating across the region. The charge was conveyed by Major General Godwin Mutkut, the Commander Infantry Corps of the Nigerian Army, who urged frontline personnel to maintain the momentum