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A man radicalized by the Taliban after a family guilt trip became a secret counterterrorism operative and now rescues young people from the same extremist trap he escaped. His story shows how people can break free from radicalization and dedicate their lives to helping others do the same.
Nigeria's new integrated digital identity system helped security officials arrest seven suspected terror commanders returning from Hajj. The breakthrough shows how technology is making borders safer across Africa's most populous nation.
Nigeria's Army just graduated nearly 6,000 recruits trained with a brand new curriculum focused on stopping terrorism and protecting communities. The updated program gives soldiers the modern skills they need to tackle real security threats facing the country today.
A bomb-making expert and senior commander from the terrorist group ISWAP have surrendered to Nigerian troops, bringing critical intelligence that could help dismantle the group's deadly operations. Their defection marks a significant win in the fight to protect communities across northeastern Nigeria.
Nigerian intelligence agencies helped the United States eliminate the second-in-command of ISIS globally, a major victory that barely made headlines. Now security experts say it's time to celebrate the quiet heroes keeping millions safe.
Nigerian military forces rescued more than 800 kidnapped hostages and welcomed nearly 200 insurgent surrenders in March alone. The progress shows sustained pressure on armed groups while bringing families back together across the nation.
Nigerian military forces have successfully retaken control of Ngoshe village in Borno State after intense fighting with terrorist groups. Working alongside civilian volunteers and local hunters, troops regained the strategic position and are now securing the area.
After ten years, American forces are leaving Syria as the country's new government steps up to handle security independently. It's a milestone showing Syria's growing stability under President Ahmed al-Sharaa's leadership.
Military forces dismantled three secret detention camps deep in Nigeria's Sambisa forest, allowing over 70 people held by terrorists to escape to freedom. The two-week operation marks a major breakthrough in reaching areas previously considered untouchable.
Eight West African nations are building a new security alliance after declaring that inaction is no longer an option in a region that now sees 44 deaths from terrorism every single day. Ghana, Nigeria, Liberia, Sierra Leone and four other countries agreed to share intelligence, coordinate border security, and hold each other accountable with meetings every six months.
Somalia's Danab commandos discovered and secured a major cache of landmines and explosives hidden by militants in Middle Shabelle. The find came after the region was recently liberated from al-Shabab control.