Nigerian Army

At Least 81 Killed in Nigeria in Suspected Boko Haram Attack: Officials

At least 81 people died and several were missing after an attack by suspected Boko Haram jihadists in Nigeria's northeastern Yobe State.

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Nigeria Announces ‘Overambitious’ Plan to Buy 50 Military Aircraft

Nigeria has announced plans to further boost its counter-terrorism capabilities by procuring 50 new military aircraft.

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Nigerian Army to Receive More Tactical Vehicles for Counter-Terrorism Ops

The Nigerian Army will soon receive an additional fleet of tactical armored vehicles to boost its capability in combating various security challenges.

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Nigerian Military Receives 20 Armored Personnel Carriers

Nigeria’s defense ministry has handed over 20 newly-acquired armored personnel carriers to the country’s armed forces.

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Nigerian Army to Power Vehicles With Natural Gas

The Nigerian Army has signed an agreement to convert 30 of its petrol-powered vehicles to compressed natural gas-powered capabilities.

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Nigeria Acquiring CN235-220 Military Transport Aircraft From Indonesia

An African aviation firm Allied Aeronautics is procuring four CN235-220 transport aircraft for the Nigerian Army.

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Nigeria Acquires 12 Attack Helos to Bolster Counter-Terrorism Punch

The Nigerian Army has bought 12 attack helicopters from MD Helicopters to arm its newly-formed army aviation unit.

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