military history

Fight Against Terror Gets Boost as Nigeria Moves to Buy MiG Fighters, Artillery Equipment From Russia

The two countries have a long history of cooperation, including in the military field. In September 2016, Russia and Nigeria reached an agreement on the delivery of Mi-35M attack helicopters.

Russia vs Ukraine: New owners could take over from Abramovich at Chelsea

This followed Russian president Vladimir Putin's decision to launch a military invasion of Ukraine earlier this week.

My fight to become president nearly cost my life - Atiku Abubakar breaks silence on election

"As a leader of the defunct Social Democratic Party, together with our current Chairman, we fought and won the 1993 presidential election which was acclaimed to be the freest election in our nation's history.

BREAKING: Zimbabwe ex-president Robert Mugabe dies at 95

His contribution to the history of our nation and continent will never be forgotten. May his soul rest in eternal peace."

Obasanjo Bags AFRIMMA's Leadership Award

"Some of his major achievements and accomplishments include being the first Military Head of State to successfully hand over power to an elected civillian President and also played a crucial role in wrestling back power from the Military in

These countries invest heavily in military, what's Nigeria's rank?

France: $54 Billion - The resolute protector France holds firm in the eighth spot, investing $54 billion in its military. With a rich history of military prowess, France continues to play a crucial role in global security. 9.

I'm world's highest goal scorer ever, Pele's goals were unofficial - Ronaldo

"The World as changed since then and football as changed as well, but this doesn't mean that we can just erase history according to our interests.

Buhari makes history, inspires new political term in English language [Screenshots]

With the feat, Buhari has made history as the first Nigerian to have a political term - "Buharism" named after him, enter the dictionary.

8 coups in 8 years: A look at the 8 African countries that have experienced coups.

The African continent has witnessed its fair share of political upheavals throughout history, with military coups being a recurring theme.

Iran Threatens to Use 'Weapon Never Used Before' Against Israel

Seven Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) military advisors were killed during the attack by the Israeli forces.

End SARS: Gov Sanwo-Olu visits victims, gives details on protesters shot (Photos)

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has reacted to the shooting of End SARS protesters by the military in Lagos. Recall that military personnel had opened fire on protesters at Lekki tollgate shortly after curfew was announced.

Michelle Obama to be inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame

Biden to support military veterans, service members, and military families; and Let Girls Learn, a program to support adolescent girls' education around the world.

5 queens and powerful women in Nigerian history

Nigeria's history is rich with stories of powerful women and queens who have left indelible marks on the sands of time. These women in Nigerian history have played pivotal roles in shaping the nation.

'To anyone who would consider interfering from the outside, if you do, you will face consequences greater than any you have faced in history' - Putin warns US and other countries

from the outside - if you do, you will face consequences greater than any you have faced in history.'

Inside Dubai Sheikh's Drivable Hummer H1 "X3" With Well-furnished Room, Toilet and Kitchen

Hummer H1 "X3" along with an equally big 'Bigfoot RAM 2500 currently on display at the Off-Road History Museum. Off-Road History Museum is a private collection of Rainbow Sheikh in UAE with more than 350 vehicles.

'President Buhari's APC Will Be Remembered As Most Clueless'- YPP

It read: ​ "We commend Nigerians for enduring the longest fuel scarcity ever witnessed in the history of our beloved country and confidently believe that the APC led government will go down in history as the most clueless government in the history

We are Ready to Confront Nigerian Military and Defend Our People - Biafra National Guard

"Nigerian government and her military must be taken back to the classroom or lecture hall to study history. They should be well taught that Nelson Mandela was never a terrorist; Martin Luther King and Mahatma Ghandi were never terrorists.

Rivers@50: Goodluck Jonathan, Peter Odili, Diete-Spiff, Others Honoured with Golden Jubilee Awards

The state also honoured former military administrators that had presided over the affairs of the old state at various in its history, before Bayelsa State was carved out of it.