Army restores X account after two-month outage

The Nigerian Army has restored its official X account following efforts to resolve unauthorised access reported on August 29, 2026.

The Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, announced this in a statement issued on Sunday, November 8.

“The account is now secured, with administrative control fully reinstated, paving the way for the resumption of regular updates on the Nigerian Army’s activities, operations, achievements and institutional developments,” Anele stated.

Anele said the successful recovery underscores the Nigerian Army’s commitment to safeguarding its digital communication platforms, protecting the integrity of information, and ensuring the continued use of credible and secure channels for public engagement.

She added: “We appreciate the understanding, patience and support of Nigerians, members of the media and other stakeholders throughout the period the account was inaccessible.

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“We also acknowledge their cooperation in sustaining access to credible information through its alternative official communication platforms during the period.”

Anele urged members of the public to reconnect with and follow the restored army’s official X account “for timely, authentic and verified information on Nigerian Army activities and developments.”

She added that the Nigerian Army remaind committed to transparent and effective strategic communication, sustained public engagement and strengthening the bond of trust between the military and Nigerians.