Tag: Defence Headquarters
Defence Headquarters of Nigeria Denounces Coup Claims, Reaffirms Allegiance to Democracy
In a resolute stance, the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) of Nigeria has categorically denied any inclination towards a coup, affirming its ...
The Big 5: NASS justifies Budget alteration, Defence HQ says Nigeria is not under Islamic State threat and other stories
These are the stories you should be monitoring today: The National Assembly has reacted to the concerns raised by President ...
The Big 5: Wike accuses FG of plot to frame him, Police Officers dismissed over use of tear gas and other stories
These are the stories that you should be monitoring today: Rivers Governor, Nyesom Wike, said he has uncovered a plot ...
Defence Headquarters reaffirms “total subordination” to constituted civil authorities
In a Press Forum for the month of September, the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) said the various operations and exercises are being ...
“Nnamdi Kanu is not in the custody of the military” – Defence Spokesperson
The spokesman of the Defence Headquarters (DHQ), Major General John Enenche says the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), ...
We are not terrorists, we are not violent – IPOB responds
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) yesterday downplayed the declaration by the Defence Headquarters, that the group is a “militant ...
Just In: DHQ declares IPOB a “militant terrorist organisation’’
The Defence Headquarters has labelled the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) as a “militant terrorist organisation’’ and urged parents/guardians to ...
Defence Headquarters deny raiding UN House in Maiduguri
The Defence headquarters in a statement on Friday has denied media reports that military men raided a United Nations house ...
Dogara, Defence Hqtrs disagree on Presidential confirmation of Service Chiefs
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, and Defence Headquarters, have differed on the input of the National ...
The Defence Headquarters need to provide details on the Navy, Police clash in Calabar
by Alex Onukwue The official word, as it stands, from the clash between officers of the Navy and the Police ...
Armed Forces will remain totally loyal to Buhari – Defence Headquarters
The Defence Headquarters has said the coup warning issued by Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai was only to caution ...
Defence Headquarters gets new spokesperson
The Defence Headquarters has appointed Major General John Eneche as the new Director Defence information. He replaced Brigadier General Rabe ...
‘Stop meddling into our security issues’ | Military warns Amnesty International
by Azeez Adeniyi The Defence Headquarters has warned the Amnesty International and its affiliates to stop meddling into security issues ...
IPOB killings: You are liars, military tells Amnesty International
by Dolapo Adelana The Nigerian military has accused human rights body Amnesty International (AI) of bandying lies and concocted stories over ...
We do not encourage military men assaulting civilians -DHQ
The Defence headquarters has said it is committed to the protection of dignity and human right of all Nigerians. In a statement ...
DHQ dismisses rumours on retirement of some service chiefs
The Defence Headquarters has dismissed rumours on social media that some service chiefs have been retired and replaced. The Director ...
Niger Delta: Military appoints new commander to tackle militancy
The Defence Headquarters has appointed a new commander for Operation Delta Safe in the Niger Delta. The new commander, Apochi ...
No disaffection in the military over release of #ChibokGirls
The Defence Headquarters has debunked in strong terms a report by an online newspaper (not YNaija) that there was disaffection ...
Military sets up task force, “Operation Accord” to tackle armed herdsmen
The Nigerian military has stepped up plans to deal with the activities of armed herdsmen in the country. According to ...
Boko Haram is holding no territory in Nigeria – DHQ
The Defence Headquarters have debunked claims that terrorist sect, Boko Haram is holding some territories in Northeast Nigeria. Defence Spokesman, ...
Journalists covering security issues in the North-east should seek permission – DHQ
The Defence Headquarters has advised journalists seeking to cover events in the Northeast to seek authorisation from military authorities. This ...
Defence HQ warn Niger Delta militants against threatening Nigerians
The Defence headquarters on Tuesday warned militant groups in the Niger Delta to desist from threatening residents and stop all ...
Watch how Army destroyed new Boko Haram camp
The Defence Headquarters, DHQ has released the video of how members of the Nigerian Air Force destroyed a new Boko ...
Boko Haram: Sect is battling for relevance – Military
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on Wednesday said terrorist group Boko Haram are trying to seek relevance through the announcement of ...
Arms scandal: Indicted officers may be dismissed
Fresh reports reveal that military officers mentioned in the arms scam report released by the Federal Government may be dismissed from ...
YNaija Editorial: The cloud hanging over Buratai
Since becoming Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai has taken personal charge of the war against Boko Haram, and has ...
“It’s not Nigeria” | Military denies Chadian air strikes
The Defence Headquarters has denied the report that the Chadian military conducted air strikes against six terrorist camps in Nigeria. A ...
Has Gwoza really been liberated from Boko Haram?
by Godwin Akanfe Sources within the Defence Headquarters have told YNaija off the record that contrary to the claims by ...
Nigerian military claims to have recaptured Gwoza from Boko Haram (PHOTOS)
by Panshak Ibrahim Nigerian troops claims to have recaptured the town of Gwoza from Boko Haram. The Islamic terrorist sect ...
Gimba Kakanda: Jonathan’s rush to be a responsible President elicits pity
by Gimba Kakanda We’re presently entangled in a rectangle of tragedy: the paranoia of the armed forces, unaccountability of the ...
The September Standard
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy