April 23
Kenya: Friday Memorial Service for Late CDF Ogolla Postponed Indefinitely
Capital FM
The memorial service for the late General Francis Ogolla that set for Friday has been postponed indefinitely the Kenya Defence Forces has announced. Read more »
Mozambique: Military Escorts Interrupted in Cabo Delgado
AIM
The military escort for vehicles using the N380 highway in the northern Mozambican province of Cabo Delgado was interrupted on Monday, on the stretch between Macomia and Oasse,… Read more »
Nigeria: IGP Kicks As Jonathan, Others Canvass State Police
Daily Trust
Former President Goodluck Jonathan and other stakeholders Monday supported establishment of state police as a way of addressing the security challenges in the country. Read more »
Nigeria: Bandits Surrender Weapons After Negotiation - Plateau Govt
Daily Trust
The Plateau State Government on Monday said bandits terrorising communities in the Wase Local Government Area of the state have surrendered a significant number of AK47 rifles to… Read more »
Nigeria: Insecurity - Jonathan, Abdulsalami, Ooni, Others Back State Police
Premium Times
Most of the leaders spoke in support of the establishment of state police except the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun. Read more »
Nigeria: IGP Kicks As Ex-Presidents, Others Back State Police
Vanguard
The polity was divided, yesterday, over the clamour for state police in Nigeria as leaders brainstormed at a one-day national dialogue on state policing organised by the House of… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Obituary - Brigadier General Vezha, a Distinguished Military Officer
The Herald
Brigadier General Shadreck Vezha, who died in an accident on Tuesday last week, was born on August 10, 1961, in Chivi District Masvingo Province. He did his primary education at… Read more »
April 22
Chad: U.S. 'Reviews' Security Operations Ahead of Chad's Presidential Poll
The Herald
Chad has reportedly asked American troops to stop activities at an air base near the capital of N'Djamena. Read more »
Niger: U.S. Begins Talks On Withdrawal of Troops From Niger
VOA
A Pentagon spokesman said Monday the U.S. has begun discussions with the military government of Niger about withdrawing of some 1,000 U.S. troop from two air bases in the nation. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Pays Military Homage to Army Chief Killed in Crash
New Era
With a 19-gun cannon salute and a religious ceremony, Kenya on Saturday paid a military tribute to its army chief who died in a helicopter accident this week. Kenyan president… Read more »
Nigeria: War On Insurgency - Badaru-Abubakar's Silent Revolution [opinion]
Premium Times
Nigeria is certainly not out of the woods but the signs are good and encouraging. Read more »
Nigeria: Okuama-Ewu Identifies 11 Persons Killed By Military, 413 Houses Destroyed
Vanguard
Okuama-Ewu in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State has revealed the names of 11 people that troops of the Nigerian Army purportedly shot dead when they overran the… Read more »
Nigeria: Military Confirms 6 Soldiers' Killing, Launches Manhunt
Daily Trust
The military high command, on Sunday said marauding terrorists, who recently killed some of its personnel in Niger State will pay dearly for the dastardly act, saying they would be… Read more »
April 21
Rwanda: April 21, 1994 - UN Ignores Warnings, Adopts Resolution to Withdraw Some Troops From Rwanda
New Times
On April 21, 1994, the United Nations disregarded the urgent calls regarding the escalating crisis in Rwanda as the UN Security Council amended the UNAMIR mandate and withdrew a… Read more »
Kenya: Calls for Transparent Probe Into General Ogolla's Death Gain Traction
Capital FM
Kalonzo Musyoka, a Co-principal of Azimio, has urged the government to publicly disclose the cause of General Francis Ogolla's death once investigations are completed. Read more »
Kenya: Lorna Ogolla Honors Father's Legacy, Urges Pursuit of Excellence Amidst Adversity
Capital FM
Lorna Ogolla, the daughter of the late military chief General Francis Ogolla has implored Kenyans to embrace a pursuit of excellence despite adversities, echoing her father's… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Army Brigadier-General Killed in Head-On Collision Declared National Hero
New Zimbabwe
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has conferred national hero status on the late Brigadier General Shadreck Vezha, who died in a Tuesday road traffic accident alongside other army… Read more »
Nigeria: Murder of 17 Soldiers - Okuama-Ewu in Ruins As Oborevwori Finally Visits
Vanguard
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April 19
Somalia: EU Warns Against Ransom Payments to Somali Pirates
Shabelle
The European Union (EU) has issued a stern warning against paying ransom to Somali pirates, citing concerns that such payments could fuel further hijackings in the Indian Ocean and… Read more »
Liberia: Mass Dismissal of Presidential Guards Sparks Concern
FrontPageAfrica
Approximately 200 officers of the Executive Protection Service (EPS) are reported to be facing termination under the directive of the new Director, Sam Gaye. Allegations suggest… Read more »
Kenya: Ruto Says Gen. Ogolla's Appointment As CDF Among His Best Decisions
Capital FM
President William Ruto has described the appointment of the late Chief of Defense Forces General Francis Ogolla as the best decision he ever made. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Four Defense Forces Members Die in Road Accident
New Zimbabwe
FOUR Zimbabwe Defence Forces (ZDF) members died while others were injured in a car accident which occurred at the 180 km peg on the Harare-Bulawayo road Wednesday night. Read more »
Nigeria: Police Foil Terrorist Attack in Katsina, Kill One - Official
Premium Times
"They engaged the suspected bandits in a fierce gun duel. The team successfully foiled the planned attack." Read more »
Kenya: AU Commission Chairperson Faki Lead Regional Leaders in Mourning CDF Ogolla
Capital FM
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission Moussa Faki Mahamat has joined a list of leaders who have sent messages of condolences as Kenyans mourn the Chief of Kenyan Defence… Read more »
Kenya: Captain Hillary Litali, KDF Soldier in Elgeyo Marakwet Chopper Crash Mourned By Family
Capital FM
Captain Hillary Litali, the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) Officer who died among nine others in a chopper crash in Elgeyo Marakwet has left a gaping gap in his his family as he was… Read more »