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Pheelangwah Urges Pension Board to Strengthen Systems for Prompt Payments

… Advocates payment of Pensioners before Service Officers To demonstrate the premium the Federal Government places  on Veterans , the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence, Mr Richard Pheelangwah has urged the leadership of the Military Pensions Board (MPB) to strengthen ties and explore ways of ensuring that pension administration works for country’s retired personnel. He… Continue reading Pheelangwah Urges Pension Board to Strengthen Systems for Prompt Payments

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Permanent Secretary, MOD Visits Air Force Headquarters

In continuation of his familiarization tour,  the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence Mr Richard Pheelangwa visited the Chief of the Air Force, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke at the Air Force headquarters in Abuja. A statement says the Permanent Secretary said that the visit was to establish a direct rapport between the Ministry of Defence… Continue reading Permanent Secretary, MOD Visits Air Force Headquarters

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Ministers of  Defence,  Innovation, Science and Technology  Brainstorm on  Stronger Collaboration

As part of efforts to develop  a workable synergy amongst Ministries, Departments and Agencies of Government (MDAs), the Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa (Rtd.)  has met with his counterpart ,  Minister of Innovation , Science and Technology, Dr. Kingsley Udeh,  to discuss a stronger partnership between MDAs in solving the nation’s pressing challenges. The… Continue reading Ministers of  Defence,  Innovation, Science and Technology  Brainstorm on  Stronger Collaboration

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Minister of Defence Urges Journalists to Stop Amplifying Propaganda

By Ada Nkong The  Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Gwabin Musa (rtd),  has called on the media across the country to be professional and responsible in their reportage and avoiddissemination of terrorist propaganda that is capable of demoralising troops and giving undue publicity to criminal elements. The Minister made this call while addressing journalists after… Continue reading Minister of Defence Urges Journalists to Stop Amplifying Propaganda

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Perm. Sec, Ministry of Defence Pays Familiarization Visit TO Army Headquarters

By Ada Nkong ….Pledges Ministry's support to the military towards achieving its mandate. In a bid to strengthen civil -military synergy between the Army Headquarters and the Ministry of Defence,  the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence Mr Richard Pheelangwa has paid a  familiarization visit to the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu  at… Continue reading Perm. Sec, Ministry of Defence Pays Familiarization Visit TO Army Headquarters

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Ministry of Defence to Strengthen Border Security, Veterans Welfare Amid Policy Reforms —Musa.

The Minister of Defence General Christopher Musa (Rtd) has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening border security, improving veterans’ welfare, and reviewing key defence policy frameworks to enhance Nigeria’s national security architecture. The Minister gave the assurance while receiving members of the Alumni Association of the National Defence College (AANDEC) during a courtesy visit… Continue reading Ministry of Defence to Strengthen Border Security, Veterans Welfare Amid Policy Reforms —Musa.

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Two Suspected Kidnappers Arrested at Auchi Teaching Hospital

In a recent development, two suspected kidnappers have been arrested at the Edo State University Teaching Hospital, Auchi, in Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State. The suspects were arrested in the early hours of Sunday when they reportedly went to the hospital to check on an associate receiving treatment at the emergency ward.… Continue reading Two Suspected Kidnappers Arrested at Auchi Teaching Hospital

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Remaining Abducted Kaduna Worshippers Regain Freedom

Kajuru, Kaduna State — Bandits have released the remaining church worshippers abducted during a coordinated attack on three churches in Kurmin Wali community, Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, following days of captivity after the assault carried out during Sunday worship services. The attack occurred on Sunday when armed men stormed three churches in… Continue reading Remaining Abducted Kaduna Worshippers Regain Freedom

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2027 General Elections: Tinubu Will Win Convincingly- Matawalle

By Ada Nkong … Calls for unity behind Mr. President’s Reform Agenda The Minister of State for Defence Dr. Bellow Matawalle has affirmed his strong support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu  and predicted a convincing victory for the President in the 2027 Presidential election. Dr. Matawalle also urged Nigerians and political stakeholders to give the… Continue reading 2027 General Elections: Tinubu Will Win Convincingly- Matawalle