Mentally ill man grabs soldier’s ak-47 at Lagos checkpoint, fatally shooting him
A soldier was shot dead at a Lagos checkpoint after a mentally unstable man grabbed his rifle.
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Dog accidentally shoots man…
A Pennsylvania man is recovering after being accidentally shot in the back when his dog stepped on a loaded shotgun he had placed on his bed.
Ruto: I have no regrets ordering police to shoot protesters in Kenya
Kenyan President William Ruto has defended his order for police to shoot at protesters’ legs, insisting he has no regrets and that the law permits the use of force to protect lives.
Nine soldiers linked to Boko Haram escape from Maiduguri Barracks jailroom
Nine soldiers detained over alleged links to Boko Haram escaped from a military guardroom in Maiduguri’s Maimalari Cantonment, with one recaptured as authorities intensify manhunt.
Soldiers storm former Minister Timipre Sylva’s Abuja residence, detain brother in coup probe
Security sources told SaharaReporters that a special military team raided the Maitama residence of former Petroleum Minister Timipre Sylva, arresting his brother over an alleged coup plot.
Defence Headquarters rejects coup allegations, says armed forces remain loyal to Tinubu
The Defence Headquarters has denied reports linking the cancellation of Nigeria’s Independence Day activities to an alleged coup plot, describing the claims as “false and malicious.”
Nigeria launches investigation into detained officers over alleged coup plot
Nigeria’s military has set up a panel to investigate about 20 officers detained for allegedly plotting to overthrow President Bola Tinubu, following intelligence of secret meetings and plans for a violent takeover.
Coup attempt: 16 senior officers detained for allegedly planning to overthrow Tinubu
Sixteen senior Nigerian military officers have been detained over an alleged plot to overthrow President Bola Tinubu, despite official claims linking their arrest to career-related grievances.
UN condemns Madagascar’s military seizure of power
The United Nations condemned Madagascar’s recent military takeover and urged a swift return to constitutional order after Colonel Michael Randrianirina seized power.
Madagascar court removes President, appoints Army Chief as interim leader
Madagascar’s military unit CAPSAT has taken control after President Rajoelina reportedly fled, prompting the court to declare his seat vacant.