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Vice President Shettima Commends Graduating Cadets of Nigeria Defence Academy

By Ada Nkong …Says leadership, excellence, and service are the Core of Nation building The Vice-President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria,  Kashim Shettima, represented by the Permanent Secretary of Ministry of Defence, Dr. Ibrahim Abubakar Kana,has commended the graduating cadets of the 71 Regular Course and Postgraduate Students of the Nigeria Defence Academy (NDA)… Continue reading Vice President Shettima Commends Graduating Cadets of Nigeria Defence Academy

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Badaru  Addresses United Nations on Nuclear  Disarmament.

By Ada Nkong Minister of Defence , Mohammed Badaru Abubakar addressed the 79th United Nations General Assembly and emphasized Nigeria's dedication to nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation. A statement signed by Mr Hebshaw Ogubike says the Minister expressed Nigeria's appreciation for the UN's leadership and reaffirmed the nation's commitment to supporting the Non-Aligned Movement and the… Continue reading Badaru  Addresses United Nations on Nuclear  Disarmament.

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Defence Minister Advocates for Enhanced Support for  Victims of  Terrorism

By Ada Nkong …Says Nigeria is committed to protecting the rights of victims of terrorism Minister of Defence  Mohammed Abubakar Badaru  has advocated for victims of terrorism by calling on the international community's collective responsibility to protect and support victims of terrorism. A statement signed by Mr Henshaw Ogubike says the Minister made the call… Continue reading Defence Minister Advocates for Enhanced Support for  Victims of  Terrorism

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Armed Forces Remembrance Day 2025: FG Poised to Increase Military Might, Veteran Welfare

BY Ada Nkong The federal government has  outlined plans to improve the welfare of veterans in Nigeria . The Minister of defence Mohammed Badaru represented by the permanent secretary Dr Ibrahim Kana made this known during a press briefing to herald the 2025 armed forces remembrance day. In his address, the minister said though in… Continue reading Armed Forces Remembrance Day 2025: FG Poised to Increase Military Might, Veteran Welfare

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Nigeria Reaffirms Commitment to Treaty  of Pelindaba- Badaru

By Ada Nkong The  Minister of Defence  Mohammed Abubakar Badaru has reiterated Nigeria's dedication to the Treaty of Pelindaba, saying that Africa as a nuclear weapon-free zone is agift to ourselves and our unborn generation. A statement by Mr Henshaw Ogubike director information and public relations the Minister stated this during a high-level meeting of… Continue reading Nigeria Reaffirms Commitment to Treaty  of Pelindaba- Badaru

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International  Peace and Security :Nigeria Will Continue  Supporting UN’S Efforts – Defence Minister

By Ada Nkong …calls on international community to renew efforts to stem the tide of small arms and light weapons proliferation within the sahel region… The Minister of Defence,  Mohammed Abubakar Badaru has reaffirmed Nigeria's commitment to supporting the United Nations' efforts in maintaining international peace and security. A statement signed by Mr Henshaw Ogubike… Continue reading International  Peace and Security :Nigeria Will Continue  Supporting UN’S Efforts – Defence Minister

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Badaru Charges Graduands of Air War  Course 10/2024on Innovative and  Proactive Methods . By Ada Nkong The Minister of Defence  Mohammed Badaru Abubakar  mni has urged graduates of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Air War Course 10/2024 to employ innovative and proactive methods in combating complex security threats. A statement by Mr Henshaw Ogubike director… Continue reading

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Matawalle’s Working Visit to Sokoto Yielding Positive Results

By Malam Idris Nasir In a major victory for security in Northwest Nigeria, the Nigerian military has successfully neutralized one of the most dangerous bandit kingpins, Halilu Buzu Sububu, marking a significant achievement in the ongoing fight against banditry in the region. This success comes shortly after the Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello… Continue reading Matawalle’s Working Visit to Sokoto Yielding Positive Results

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Provision of  Sealift Capacity to African Union Commision , a Demonstration  of  Our Capabilities- Matawalle

By Ada Nkong The  Minister of State for Defence Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, has said that Nigeria's plan to provide strategic SEALIFT capacity generation to the African Union Commission (AUC) is a demonstration of our Military capabilities. According to the Minister, the move has further demonstrated Nigeria's capabilities and capacity to contribute significantly to the… Continue reading Provision of  Sealift Capacity to African Union Commision , a Demonstration  of  Our Capabilities- Matawalle