By Ada Nkong Defence Minister Mohammed Badaru has unveiled activities for the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day with the theme “VALOUR, SACRIFICE AND UNITY: HONOURING OUR HEROES.” The event, held at the National Defence College was attended by all the Chiefs of Staff and aims to pay tribute to the courage and sacrifices… Continue reading FG Unveils Program for 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day, Launches Portal to Appreciate Veterans
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FG Moves to Enhance Nigeria’s Defence Hardware Production- Matawalle
By Ada Nkong The Federal Government , has stated its commitment to transforming the country from a consumer of Defence hardware into a proud producer of the same by leveraging on local capacity, talent and resources. The Minister of State for Defence Dr. Bello Matawallle made the statement during the Signing of Memorandum of Understanding… Continue reading FG Moves to Enhance Nigeria’s Defence Hardware Production- Matawalle
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Defence Minister Badaru Receives New CDS , Service Chiefs
By Ada Nkong ….Harps on Unity, Leadership and Strategic Direction…. The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, Tuesday, 28 October 2025, received the newly appointed Chief of Defence Staff and the 3 Service Chiefs during their maiden courtesy visit to his office at the Ministry of Defence, Ship House, Abuja. A statement by Mati Ali… Continue reading Defence Minister Badaru Receives New CDS , Service Chiefs
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Strategic Defence: A Vital Tool For Sovereignty, Peace, And Socio-Economic Progress – Badaru
By Ada Nkong Strategic defence management has been identified as a crucial instrument for safeguarding national sovereignty, maintaining peace, and fostering socioeconomic development. The Minister of Defence Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, underscored the importance while delivering a lecture at the National Defence Academy Course 33 in Abuja, he commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for prioritizing security… Continue reading Strategic Defence: A Vital Tool For Sovereignty, Peace, And Socio-Economic Progress – Badaru
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Badaru Inspects NAF Helicopters , Fighter Jets Production
By Ada Nkong Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar has conducted a crucial inspection of defence production facilities operated by Leonardo S.p.A. in Northern Italy. The Minister carried out the inspection during his official visit to Italy as part of a high-level delegation accompanying President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for the AQABA Process meeting, the Honourable… Continue reading Badaru Inspects NAF Helicopters , Fighter Jets Production
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Badaru Charges Army War College Graduands to Lead With Courage, Integrity
By Ada Nkong ........Commends President Tinubu’s support for strengthening national security The Minister of Defence Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has charged the Army War College Graduands to lead with courage and integrity. The Minister and Special Guest of Honour gave the charge at the graduation ceremony of Army War College Nigeria (AWCN), Course 9/2025, held on… Continue reading Badaru Charges Army War College Graduands to Lead With Courage, Integrity
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DICON Explosion: Attah Visits Scene – Calls for Review
By Ada Nkong With a view to strengthen safety and prevent a reoccurrence of the incident,the Permanent Secretary Ministry of Defence , Dr Sunday Attah has called for the review of the Kaduna Ordnance explosion of 21st September, 2025 at the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON). A statement signed by Enderline Chukwu Assistant Director… Continue reading DICON Explosion: Attah Visits Scene – Calls for Review
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Nigeria Calls for Urgent Global Action to Halt Production of Fissile Material
By Ada Nkong The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru has reaffirmed Nigeria's commitment to global nuclear disarmament and called for immediate action to commence negotiations on a Fissile Material Cut-off Treaty (FMCT). A statement by Mati Ali, Personal Assistant Media to the Minister says the Minister made the call , at the first Ministerial Meeting… Continue reading Nigeria Calls for Urgent Global Action to Halt Production of Fissile Material
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DICON Ordance Explosion: Matawalle Visits Facility, Reassures Nigerians
By Ada Nkong The Minister of State for Defence Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle has visited the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) Kaduna facility following an ordnance explosion on the morning of 20 September 2025. A statement signed by Patience Ituke for Director Information says the Minister has offered assurance that the situation is under… Continue reading DICON Ordance Explosion: Matawalle Visits Facility, Reassures Nigerians
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