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Troops Arrest Cattle Rustler, Recover 18 Stolen Cattle in Kano
May 27, 2026 By: Zagazola Makama Troops of 1 Division of the Nigerian Army have arrested a suspected cattle rustler and recovered 18 stolen cattle in Shanono Local Government Area of Kano State. Military sources said the suspect was apprehended at about 6:30 p.m. on May 25 during a routine patrol in the Tsauren general
Troops Arrest Two Suspected Terrorists’ Informants in Ondo
May 27, 2026 By: Zagazola Makama Troops of 32 Brigade, in collaboration with local vigilantes, have arrested two suspected terrorists’ informants during an offensive operation in Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State. Military sources said the operation was conducted at about 9:30 a.m. on May 25 in forested areas around Itagbolu, Iju, Igbogun
US to Pull 5,000 Troops From Germany After Rift Over Iran War
WASHINGTON, USA — The United States will withdraw about 5,000 troops from Germany, Pentagon officials said on Friday, May 1, 2026, a move that followed a public dispute between President Donald Trump and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz over the war with Iran. The withdrawal will include a brigade combat team and other forces stationed in
Troops repel terrorist network in Sokoto forest, kill three, recover arms
Troops of the Nigerian Army operating under Operation FANSAN YAMMA have killed three suspected terrorists during a gun battle with armed fighters in Kadam Forest in Tangaza Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The military operation was carried out by personnel of the Chief of Army Staff Special Intervention Battalion 7...
Troops Free 9 Hostages in Sokoto, Eliminate Terrorists in Zamfara Ambush”
Military Troops in Action Troops Free 9 Hostages in Sokoto, Eliminate Terrorists in Zamfara Ambush” Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA (OPFY) have rescued nine kidnapped victims and neutralised several terrorists during a successful ambush along the Isa–Shinkafi–Kaura Namoda axis linking Sokoto and Zamfara States. The operation, which took place on 31 August 2025, followed credible
Troops Rescue 7 Abducted Victims in Taraba After Fierce Gun Battle
Military Troops in Action Troops Rescue 7 Abducted Victims in Taraba After Fierce Gun Battle Troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army and Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have rescued seven kidnapped victims during a daring counter-offensive in Taraba State. The operation, following a violent encounter with suspected kidnappers who had abducted the victims
Troops apprehend 199 terrorists, other criminals in sweeping operation
The Nigerian Army has apprehended 199 criminal suspects and neutralised several terrorists in a sweeping display of tactical precision and unrelenting resolve across multiple theatres of operation. A credible source at the Army Headquarters told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) that troops intensified its nationwide counterterrorism and internal security operations. He said the troops
Troops Make Fresh Discovery In Zamfara While Searching For Bello Turji
Troops of the Nigerian Military have made a fresh discovery of a cache of firearms in Zamfara State in the course of their search for notorious bandit leader, Bello Turji. Naija News reports the troops of 1 Brigade of the Joint Task Force Operation Fansan Yamma, in collaboration with operatives of the Department of State
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World Cup betting markets shift after Jordan Henderson’s bizarre celebration injury
Jordan Henderson, the 36-year-old England midfielder, will miss the remainder of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after suffering a serious wrist and forearm injury during post-match celebrations on July 6. He wasn’t even playing when it happened. Henderson was an unused substitute in England’s dramatic 3-2 victory over Mexico in the round of 16. The
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Kraken’s World Cup debut and Brazil’s collapse: what crypto gets from the beautiful game
Brazil came into the 2026 World Cup as one of the tournament favorites. They left in the Round of 16, beaten 2-1 by Norway, undone in part by a tactical decision that raised eyebrows across the footballing world: deploying 34-year-old Casemiro as a central striker, a position he hadn’t occupied in years. Haaland scored both
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FIFA overturns Balogun’s red card, Trump intervenes for US World Cup match
https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7424790/2026/07/06/folarin-balogun-red-belgium-explanation/ FIFA’s Disciplinary Committee has overturned the red card suspension of Folarin Balogun, a key player for the U.S. Men’s National Team, allowing him to participate in the upcoming Round of 16 match against Belgium. This decision, made under Article 27 of the FIFA Disciplinary Code, places Balogun on a one-year probationary period, enabling him
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UK Foreign Secretary Warns World Cannot Wait for ‘AI Hiroshima’ Before Acting
UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has warned that the world cannot wait for an AI equivalent of Hiroshima before acting, urging global powers to build consensus on artificial intelligence (AI) safety principles and standards. Cooper made the case in an essay, positioning Britain to lead international talks on the technology. ...