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A series of incidents involving military detentions, missing engineers, and violent attacks on security personnel highlight growing concerns about accountability and civilian safety in Nigeria's security apparatus.

Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists killed three military commanding officers in Borno State within seven days, prompting emergency consultations between northeastern governors and federal defence officials.

Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal's provision of armored vehicles and surveillance drones to federal forces marks a significant shift in Nigeria's approach to combating insecurity, as states increasingly supplement national defense capabilities.

Defense Minister Matawalle's inspection of Briech UAS facilities signals Nigeria's commitment to building indigenous defense capabilities amid regional security challenges.

Military and police units across Nigeria have arrested suspected Boko Haram collaborators, gunrunners, and fake security personnel in coordinated operations spanning multiple states, as authorities escalate efforts to combat insurgency and organized crime.

South Africa's Armed Forces Day in Thohoyandou marked 109 years since the SS Mendi disaster while military leadership asserted unprecedented public trust, despite expert skepticism about troop morale.

Boulders Beach in Cape Town has been named the world's most unique beach, while Nigeria's Michael Okpara University appoints its first female vice-chancellor and South Africa prepares for Armed Forces Day commemorations.

Nigeria's leadership ranks suffered dual losses as Rear Admiral Musa Bello Katagum and Senator Barinada Mpigi died within hours of each other, leaving vacancies in critical military and legislative positions.