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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

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Defence Equipment Production: Permanent Secretary Reaffirms Government’s Support,  Calls for Sustained PRODUCT Quality

By Ada Nkong The Permanent Secretary Ministry of Defence Mr Richard Pheelangwa on Wednesday 28th January, 2026 embarked on a familiarisation visit to Equipment and Protective Applications International Limited (EPRIL) located in Ogun State. A statement says during the visit, he commended the company for its contributions to the Nigerian Security Architecture and urged them… Continue reading Defence Equipment Production: Permanent Secretary Reaffirms Government’s Support,  Calls for Sustained PRODUCT Quality

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Defence Minister Inaugurates  Committee on Reclaiming Ungoverned Spaces

By Ada Nkong Minister of Defence Gen. Christopher Musa (rtd) has inaugurated an 18 man membership committee on "Reclaiming Ungoverned Spaces for Economic Viability and the Repositioning of the Nigerian Legion corps of Commissionaires and Veterans" as part of renewed effort to strengthen Veterans welfare and ensure active participation of military veterans in strengthening national… Continue reading Defence Minister Inaugurates  Committee on Reclaiming Ungoverned Spaces

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Minister of Defence Hails Education as Bedrock of National Development, Bags Excellence Award From NAPTAN

By  Ada Nkong The  Minister of Defence, Gen Christopher Gwabin Musa (rtd) has affirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to education as the most powerful tool for building a strong, united, and progressive nation. He said this during the courtesy visit of the National Parents Teachers Association of Nigeria (NAPTAN) on Wednesday 14th January, 2026 at… Continue reading Minister of Defence Hails Education as Bedrock of National Development, Bags Excellence Award From NAPTAN

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Ministry of Defence Debunks Claims it Denied Channels TV Access to Armed Forces Celebration Event

By Ada Nkong The Ministry of Defence says it did not deny Channels Television Reporter access to an event which was part of the Armed Forces Remembrance Day. A statement by Iheoma-Hart Queen says concerning media coverage of the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day symposium/lecture series held today at the National Defence College,… Continue reading Ministry of Defence Debunks Claims it Denied Channels TV Access to Armed Forces Celebration Event

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FG Strengthens Bond With  Families of Fallen Heroes , Retired and Serving Personnel Via Funfare

By Ada Nkong As part of the activities to  mark the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebration, the Federal Government of Nigeria through the Ministry of Defence, has organized a Humanitarian Family and Community Day programme for the families of serving, retired and fallen Officers in the three Services of the Nigerian Military. A statement… Continue reading FG Strengthens Bond With  Families of Fallen Heroes , Retired and Serving Personnel Via Funfare

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2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Kicks Off With Jum’at Prayers

By Ada Nkong The Ministry of Defence has announced the commencement of the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Celebration with Jum'at Prayers. A statement by Iheoma-Hart Queneeth, Chief Information Officer says the celebration kicked off Friday, 9 January 2026, with Special Juma'at prayers at the National Mosque, Abuja, Central mosques in the 36 states, and all… Continue reading 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Kicks Off With Jum’at Prayers

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Ministry of Defence Launches the Enterprise Content Management System (ECMS)

By Ada Nkong Minister of Defence Christopher Gwabin Musa (rtd) has charged the management and staff of the Ministry on the use of digital systems to manage data. The minister said that the era of physical file carrying is ending and the era of digital efficiency has begun. He gave the charge during the Launching… Continue reading Ministry of Defence Launches the Enterprise Content Management System (ECMS)

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Matawalle Reaffirms Commitment to Collaborative Security Approach.

By Ada Nkong Minister of State for Defence Dr Bello Matawalle has called for citizenship involvement in securing  the nation. In a statement, he said it is a collective responsibility that requires the active involvement of all citizens, communities and stakeholders. He made the statement when the National Forum of Former Legislatures paid him a… Continue reading Matawalle Reaffirms Commitment to Collaborative Security Approach.