Samaila Uba
NigeriamilitaryMale5.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Lieutenant General Samaila Uba is a prominent figure in the Nigerian Armed Forces, serving as a spokesperson and a key military leader in the fight against terrorism in Nigeria. Recently, he confirmed that Nigeria conducted joint airstrikes with the United States against ISIS targets in the northwest region of the country, highlighting the collaborative efforts to combat extremist threats and enhance national security.
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Efforts to reach Army Spokesman Major General Samaila Uba for clarification on the allegations were unsuccessful.
Coup Suspects' Families Allege Health Issues in DetentionNigeria· 2026-06-19
Samaila Uba is the major general and spokesperson for the Nigerian Ministry of Defense.
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United Arab Emirates· 2026-02-20
Major General Samaila Uba, spokesperson for Nigeria's Defence Headquarters, said the troops would train and advise local forces, but not take part in combat.
Nigeria says 100 more US military personnel arrive to tackle Islamists
Tanzania· 2026-02-18
Major General Samaila Uba, spokesperson for Nigeria's Defence Headquarters, said the troops would train and advise local forces, but not take part in combat.
Nigeria says 100 more U.S. military personnel arrive to tackle Islamists
Ghana· 2026-02-17Maj. Gen. Samaila Uba confirmed that investigations had uncovered a plot to topple Tinubu’s administration.
Defence Minister Was a TargetNigeria· 2026-02-02
The new Director of Defence Information, Maj Gen Samaila Uba, said the findings identified several officers with cases to answer over allegations of plotting to overthrow the government.
Ex-Gov Sylva may be arraigned in absentia for fraudNigeria· 2026-02-01
Lieutenant General Samaila Uba confirmed the successful airstrikes against ISIS-linked elements in Nigeria.
Nigeria confirma que atacó junto a Estados Unidos al Estado Islámico en el noroeste del país | ISIS | Donald Trump últimas | MUNDO
Peru· 2025-12-26