Defence Minister visits troops in Kebbi, rallies support to end insecurity
The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has called on Nigerian troops to intensify efforts in the fight against insecurity, declaring it is time to...
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Defence Minister hails Nigerian Army for securing Illela–Sokoto–Badagry Super Highway project
Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has lauded the Nigerian Army for its commitment to securing the Illela–Sokoto–Badagry Super Highway, a major infrastructure project...
Nigeria seals defence deal with China to boost local capacity regional security
In a bold move to enhance Nigeria’s defence capabilities, the Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle is currently in China where he...
Matawalle Hails Tinubu’s Reforms, Predicts 2027 Re-election Based on Performance
The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what he described as transformative reforms across key...
Tinubu pays surprise visit to troops in Katsina, vows stronger support for military
In a bold and symbolic move, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday made an unannounced visit to frontline troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA in Katsina...
Nigeria seeks stronger U.S. support on intelligence, counterterrorism, says Matawalle
The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, has called on the United States to intensify support for Nigeria in intelligence sharing, counterterrorism...
Nigeria, Israel set to strengthen military cooperation as defence industry reform advances
Nigeria is strengthening its defence ties with Israel as part of broader efforts to modernize its military and reform its defence industry for greater global...
Defence Minister visits Plateau community after attack, reassures of FG’s commitment to end violence
Following a deadly attack in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State, Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Muhammad Badaru Abubakar, has visited the affected community to...
Dr. Oluchukwu Iheonunekwu Honoured by IPEPM for Driving Thought Leadership in Policy and Economics
It was a ceremony filled with pride and professional validation, as Dr. Oluchukwu Iheonunekwu alongside five others were conferred with a doctorate degree by the...
Nigeria, Bulgaria strengthen diplomatic relations
Even as major countries of the world are struggling and clamouring for better business deals, Nigeria and Bulgaria have expressed commitment to strengthen economic as...
Defence Minister receives security briefing from military chiefs, vows stronger support for troops
Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Muhammad Badaru Abubakar, on Tuesday held an operational briefing with the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and Service Chiefs at the...
Defence Minister calls for deeper security collaboration with EU
The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has emphasized the need for deeper collaboration between Nigeria and its international partners on matters of security and...
Nigeria, Pakistan deepen defence ties with focus on local tech, drone development
Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening defence cooperation with the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, with a focus on advancing local manufacturing and drone technology....
Matawalle hails President Tinubu’s leadership on 73rd birthday
The Honourable Minister of Defence, Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle MON, has extended warm congratulations to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR on his 73rd birthday, praising...
Nigeria, Germany strengthen defence ties with renewed MoU
The Governments of Nigeria and Germany have reaffirmed their commitment to bolstering defence cooperation through the signing of a renewed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with...
