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Defence Minister , Reaffirms Commitment to Families of Fallen Heroes

The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd), has reiterated the federal government's commitment to the families of fallen heroes. The Minister made this known when he received Mr. Hassan Braimah, brother of the late Brigadier General Oseni Omoh Braimah, at the Ministry of Defence, Abuja. Brigadier General Braimah, a distinguished Infantry Officer of… Continue reading Defence Minister , Reaffirms Commitment to Families of Fallen Heroes

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Army Chief Pledges Enhanced Troop Welfare, Operational Readiness at Bi-Annual Conference

COAS Unveils New Army Formations, Honours Fallen Soldiers at 2026 Bi-Annual Conference The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s commitment to troop welfare and national security, announcing plans to expand military formations across the country while honouring fallen soldiers and troops wounded in action. This is contained in a… Continue reading Army Chief Pledges Enhanced Troop Welfare, Operational Readiness at Bi-Annual Conference

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Federal Government Reiterates Commitment to Modernizing  Armed Forces

By Ada Nkong .Minister of Defence, General Christopher  Musa  has reaffirmed the Federal Government's commitment to modernising the Armed Forces through strategic partnerships, local capacity development, technology transfer and sustainable defence industrial cooperation. The Minister stated this recently during his working visit along with senior ministry officials to Monaco. A statement by Enderline Chukwu ,… Continue reading Federal Government Reiterates Commitment to Modernizing  Armed Forces

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Defence Minister Commends ICRC for Humanitarian Services

The  Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd), has commended the International Committee of Red Cross (ICRC) for notable humanitarian activities in Nigeria mostly the NorthEast Nigeria. A Statement by  Captain Moses Yare Director Information and public relations says the Minister stated this while receiving a delegation of the ICRC in his office at the… Continue reading Defence Minister Commends ICRC for Humanitarian Services

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Nigeria Advcates  Trust-Based Global Cooperation to Counter Evolving Terrorism Threats

By Ada Nkong The Federal Government  has called for stronger trust-based international cooperation to tackle evolving global terrorism threats. The  Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd), stated this during a panel session on “Countering Terrorism: International Cooperation Reclaimed” at the Antalya Diplomacy Forum 2026 in the Republic of Türkiye. General Musa who represented… Continue reading Nigeria Advcates  Trust-Based Global Cooperation to Counter Evolving Terrorism Threats

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Nigeria Turkiye Forge Strategic Defence Partnership on Training, Technology Transfer

The  Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd.),  led a high-level Nigerian delegation to a productive bilateral talks with the Turkish Minister of Defence at the Antalya Diplomacy Forum 2026. A Statement by Queenerh Ihuoma-Hart, Chief information officer says  the delegation included the Chief of Air Staff, the Chargé d’Affaires of the Nigerian Embassy,… Continue reading Nigeria Turkiye Forge Strategic Defence Partnership on Training, Technology Transfer

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FG Urges  Collaboration Across Agencies for Enhanced National Security -Defence Minister

By Ada Nkong The Federal Government has called for a stronger collaboration and coordination among security and intelligence agencies to effectively combat the nation’s evolving security challenges. A Statement by Iruke Patience for Director press and information says while addressing the Press during a high-level meeting with intelligence and Security stakeholders at the Ministry of… Continue reading FG Urges  Collaboration Across Agencies for Enhanced National Security -Defence Minister

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Pheelangwah Advocates Sustained Collaboration With DSA

By Ada Nkong As part of efforts to ensure administrative oversight and strengthen institutional effectiveness, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence, Mr. Richard Pheelangwah has paid a familiarisation visit to the Defence Space Administration’s Management and facilities  in Abuja. A Statement signed by Queenerh Ihuoma-Hart , Chief Information Officer says Pheelangwah noted that the Defence… Continue reading Pheelangwah Advocates Sustained Collaboration With DSA

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Defence Ministry Pledges to  Enhance Support for NAVY, Strengthen  Military Collaboration

The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence, Mr. Richard Pheelangwah has reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to strengthening the operational capacity of the Nigerian Navy through enhanced support, improved readiness, and stronger Civil-Military collaboration. A statement says Mr Pheelangwah made this known during a familiarization visit to the Naval Headquarters on 17th March, 2026, where he commended… Continue reading Defence Ministry Pledges to  Enhance Support for NAVY, Strengthen  Military Collaboration