Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Maj.-Gen. Samaila Uba

June 30, 2026

Nigeria, France deepen defence cooperation

He said the enduring relationship between Nigeria and France reflected their shared commitment to advancing regional and global peace, security and stability.

Olatubosun Oluyede
May 19, 2026

175 ISIS fighters, several top commanders killed in ongoing Nigeria-U.S. joint operations: DHQ

Mr Uba stated, “The Armed Forces of Nigeria, in collaboration with international partners, will continue to hunt down and destroy terrorists wherever they operate.”

U.S. and Nigerian forces
May 18, 2026

20 terrorists killed in Borno airstrikes: DHQ

The operations were carried out in collaboration with the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM).

Nierian Troops
February 9, 2026

AFRICOM commander’s visit reinforces Nigeria–U.S. security cooperation: DHQ

According to him, discussions focused on shared security interests, military training, force development, among others. 

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January 30, 2026

Defence chief reaffirms commitment to peace, stability in Benue

Mr Oluyede said that improved collaboration with stakeholders was yielding positive security outcomes.

Olatubosun Oluyede
January 8, 2026

DHQ renames Armed Forces Remembrance Day

The DHQ urged the media to adopt the new designation.

DHQ
December 25, 2025

Christmas: CDS fetes frontline troops in Plateau

Mr Oluyede expressed appreciation to officers and soldiers who remained at their duty posts while many Nigerians celebrated with their families.

Joint Task Force, Operation ENDURING PEACE (JTF OPEP)