Tag: Gen. Olufemi Oluyede
Nigeria, AU seek stronger military coordination against continent’s security threats
Nigeria and the African Union (AU) have called for stronger military coordination, strategic collaboration and enhanced institutional capacity to address the continent’s evolving security...
CDS reaffirms military’s commitment to defending democracy through professionalism, unity
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has reaffirmed the commitment of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, to defending the nation’s democracy.
Oluyede...
Military kills 317 terrorists, rescues 221 victims in May – DHQ
The military says troops in land, air and maritime operations nationwide eliminated 317 terrorists and criminal elements while rescuing 221 kidnapped victims in May.
The...
Defence minister calls for collective action against terrorism
The Minister of Defence, Retired Gen. Christopher Musa, has called for collective national and institutional commitment in the fight against terrorism in the country.
Musa...
DHQ dismisses claims of terrorist base in South-West, intensifies rescue operations
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has dismissed claims of the existence of a terrorist base in the South-West, assuring Nigerians that ongoing operations are targeted...
CDS tasks troops on offensive against terrorists in Southern Kaduna
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has charged troops of the 2 National Mission Force Brigade to intensify offensive operations against...
Military unveils plans to engage veterans in tackling rising violent conflicts
The Nigerian military has unveiled plans to formally engage retired personnel in efforts to address rising violent conflicts across the country through mediation, conflict...
DHQ clarifies CDS remarks, says Safe Corridor not amnesty for terrorists
Abuja, March 27, 2026 (NAN) The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has dismissed as misleading and distorted, claims circulating on social media on remarks by the...
Physical fitness central to combat readiness, operational effectiveness- Defence minister
Abuja, Feb. 20, 2026 (NAN) The Minister of Defense, retired Gen. Christopher Musa, has emphasized that physical fitness is central to combat readiness and...
CDS tasks Delta Safe troops on professionalism, inaugurates 24-apartment facility
Abuja, Feb. 13, 2026 (NAN) The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has charged troops of the Joint Task Force (South-South), Operation...
