The Nigerian Army has graduated a new Special Forces battalion as part of efforts to strengthen its fight against terrorism, banditry and other security threats across the country. The new

Defence Minister Christopher Musa has called for every Nigerian to undergo military training, saying exposure to hunger, exhaustion and other military hardships would help citizens understand the demands placed on soldiers.

Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has called for wider use of artificial intelligence and advanced surveillance systems to strengthen military operations against insurgents, terrorists and bandits.

Tukur Buratai has called for greater cooperation between security agencies, communities and government institutions, saying military force alone cannot defeat terrorism.

Senator Shehu Buba has offered himself for investigation over allegations linking him to banditry and terrorism financing, saying he is ready to face prosecution if found guilty.

Christopher Musa has warned Nigerian governors that motorcycles distributed as palliatives could end up with terrorists, advising them to avoid high-capacity models.