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DHQ
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DHQ Raises Alarm As Hackers Compromise Its X Account
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has raised the alarm over what it described as a compromise of its X account, urging the public to beware of information…
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Military Airstrikes Kill 20 ISIS/ISWAP Terrorists in Borno — DHQ
The Defence Headquarters says coordinated airstrikes in the Metele general area of Borno have killed more than 20 ISIS/ISWAP fighters in continued counter-terrorism operations in the…
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Presidency, DHQ Debunk Claims Over Identity of Killed ISIS Commander Al-Minuki
By Ogana Cyril Jr The Presidency and Defence Headquarters (DHQ) have clarified concerns overthe identity of a terrorist commander, Abu-Bilal Al-Minuki, recently killed in ajoint operation…
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‘Engagements respect sovereignty’ — DHQ on US–Nigeria military partnership
The defence headquarters (DHQ) has responded to media reports and public speculation suggesting the deployment or presence of United States troops in Nigeria. On Wednesday, the…
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Yuletide:Â DHQ deploys troops, intensifies surveillance
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has announced the emplacement of robust security measures across the country to prevent attacks and ensure the safety of citizens during the…
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DHQ investigates alleged troops withdrawal before Kebbi attack, abduction
BY TEDDY NWANUNOBI Following the number of pupils and students abducted from St. Mary’s Private Primary and Secondary School in Niger State which has…
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DHQ NEVER MENTIONED ANY COUP ATTEMPT
1. The attention of the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has been drawn to a false and misleading report by an online publication insinuating that the cancellation…
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Breaking: DHQ denies rumours of coup attempt, reaffirms loyalty to Tinubu
 BY PETER USMAN Nigerian Defence Headquarters, DHQ, has dismissed as “false” and “misleading”, a report by an online publication linking the cancellation of activities marking…
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DHQ sets for 4th CDS unity basketball championship in Lagos
The fourth edition of Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Unity Basketball Championship (South-West Zone) is scheduled to hold from 30th September to 5th October 2025 at…
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Northern farmers resume activities as troops degrade terrorists – DHQ
The Nigerian Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has disclosed that farmers in North East and North Central have started farming activities as troops degrade terrorists. This was made known…
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Terrorists offered N13.7m bribe to troops in Plateau – DHQ
 By TONY UDOKA The Defence Headquarters revealed on Thursday that terrorists tried to bribe troops of Operation Safe Haven in Plateau State with N13.7 million,…
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Nigerian military kills 6,260 terrorists, rescues 5,365 civilians – DHQ
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) says 6,260 terrorists have been killed while 14,138 terrorists and other criminals were apprehended in joint military operations across the country in…
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Foreign herders responsible for Benue, Plateau attacks – DHQ
BY TEDDY NWANUNOBI The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on Thursday said that foreign herders who infiltrated Nigeria through porous borders are responsible for the recent spate of…
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Terrorism: Troops eliminate wanted Onowu, others – DHQ
The Defence Headquarters says troops of the Nigerian military have eliminated some key wanted terrorists, including one Nkwachi Eze, otherwise known as ‘Onowu’ in the…
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Mischief-makers bent on hijacking planned protest, attack car owners — DHQ
By Idris Ibrahim The Defence Headquarters (DHQ), on Thursday, said it has uncovered a plot by mischief-makers to attack car owners, landlords and smartphone users during…
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DHQ Slams Amnesty International, says Report ‘Unprofessional and Biased’ and Lacks Credibility
By Lawrence Bilal Audu The Defence Headquarters has dismissed allegations made by Amnesty International against the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN), labelling them as “unprofessional and…
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DHQ confirms visit of Prince Harry, Duchess Meghan to Nigeria in May
By Lawrence Audu The Defence Headquarters (DHQ), has officially confirmed that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, His Royal Highness Prince Harry and Meghan, will be…
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Declare Sheikh Gumi Wanted, Arrest Him: Group Notifies DHQ, Claiming Cleric’s Connections to Bandits
According to RUN, the priest from Kaduna has a particular relationship with bandits who have been terrorizing the country’s north by kidnapping people regularly. The group…
