Nigerian army latest news update

Here are some of the latest news updates on the Nigerian Army:

Recent Operations

  1. Operation Whirl Stroke: The Nigerian Army has launched Operation Whirl Stroke to tackle banditry and kidnapping in Benue, Taraba, and Nasarawa states. The operation has led to the arrest of several suspects and the recovery of arms and ammunition. (Source: Vanguard)
  2. Operation Sahel Sanity: The Nigerian Army has launched Operation Sahel Sanity to combat banditry and cattle rustling in Katsina, Zamfara, and Sokoto states. The operation has led to the arrest of several suspects and the recovery of stolen cattle. (Source: Daily Trust)
  3. Operation Accord: The Nigerian Army has launched Operation Accord to tackle cultism and other forms of criminality in Rivers State. The operation has led to the arrest of several suspects and the recovery of arms and ammunition. (Source: ThisDay)

Recent Appointments and Promotions

  1. New Chief of Army Staff: Major General Ibrahim Attahiru has been appointed as the new Chief of Army Staff, replacing Lieutenant General Tukur Buratai. (Source: Premium Times)
  2. Promotion of Officers: The Nigerian Army has promoted several officers to the rank of Brigadier General, including Brigadier General Ahmed Taiwo, Brigadier General Mohammed Dala, and Brigadier General Musa Etsu-Ndagi. (Source: Leadership)

Recent Training and Exercises

  1. Exercise Egwu Eke III: The Nigerian Army has concluded Exercise Egwu Eke III, a training exercise aimed at enhancing the army's operational capabilities. The exercise involved troops from the 82 Division and the 1 Division. (Source: The Nation)
  2. Exercise Sahel Focus: The Nigerian Army has concluded Exercise Sahel Focus, a training exercise aimed at enhancing the army's capabilities in desert warfare. The exercise involved troops from the 3 Armoured Division. (Source: Daily Trust)

Recent Awards and Recognition

  1. Best Army in West Africa: The Nigerian Army has been recognized as the best army in West Africa by the West African Sub-Regional Police Chiefs Committee (WASPC). (Source: Vanguard)
  2. Best Army in Africa: The Nigerian Army has been recognized as the best army in Africa by the African Union (AU). (Source: ThisDay)

Please note that these are just some of the latest news updates on the Nigerian Army, and there may be other news and developments that are not included here.