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“Even terrorists deserve a chance to repent”- Army Chief Explains Why Terrorists Are Not Always K!!!ed

March 27, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The Chief of Army Defence Staff, General Oluyede, has sparked debate after explaining why terrorists are not always immediately killed during military operations. Speaking during a briefing on Tuesday, he said the Nigerian military balances

Defence Minister Bello Matawalle Reportedly Set Marry Off His Nine Children on Same Day

January 17, 2026 Gistlover Stella 0

The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, is reportedly set to conduct the wedding ceremonies of nine of his children on the same day. The former Zamfara State Governor, who is married to four

“Nigerians Can Now Sleep With Eyes Closed”- Defence Minister

December 5, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

Nigeria’s newly appointed Minister of Defence, retired General Christopher Musa, has pledged swift and visible improvements in the country’s security landscape, assuring citizens that the government is fully committed to restoring safety and stability nationwide.

Sowore Alleges Tinubu Ordered Defence Minister Badaru to Resign, Not Health Reasons

December 2, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore has challenged the official narrative surrounding the resignation of Defence Minister Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, claiming President Bola Tinubu compelled him to step aside, contrary to reports citing health challenges. Badaru

Defence Minister Explains Why Airstrikes Can’t Reach Deep-Forest Bandit Bases

November 28, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has issued a caution regarding ongoing military operations, stating that some bandit enclaves remain difficult to hit with aerial strikes because they are deep inside dense forest areas.

Nigerian Defence Academy Opens Admission Portal for 78 Regular Course

November 27, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) has officially announced the opening of its online application portal for admission into the 78 Regular Course. The portal will open on Friday, November 28, 2025, and will close on

Nigeria’s Defence Chief Denies Claims of Christian Genocide, Says Terrorism Affects All Nigerians

November 4, 2025 Gistlover Stella 0

Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, has dismissed claims of a Christian genocide in the country, stating that the real issue is terrorism, which affects citizens of all religions. Reacting to U.S. President

Quit If You Can’t Tackle Insecurity – Afenifere

March 23, 2021 Rhoda Gistlover 0

Afenifere, The apex Pan-Yoruba socio-cultural group, has the Minister of Defense, Maj.-Gen. Bashir Magashi (rtd), to resign immediately if they can no longer secure the country. In an interview with Daily Trust on Monday, the