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Amb. Gabriel Aduda Retires as Permanent Secretary Defence

By Ada Nkong After 22 years of active service, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Defence, Ambassador Gabriel Tanimu Aduda, has retired from the Federal Civil Service . A statement signed by Patience Ituke describes it as "twenty-two (22) years of dedicated and meritorious service to the Federal Republic of Nigeria". According to Ituke,Amb.… Continue reading Amb. Gabriel Aduda Retires as Permanent Secretary Defence

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NAWOJ Zone D Tasks FG on Security in North Central,Applaud NiMet Efforts

By Ada Nkong The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Zone D, has called on  the six state governments in the North Central and the FCT administration, as well as the security agencies to urgently address the security threats bedeviling the zone through proactive policing, timely arrests and judicious prosecution of perpetrators to serve as… Continue reading NAWOJ Zone D Tasks FG on Security in North Central,Applaud NiMet Efforts

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Ministry of Defence Integrates Environmental Sustainability in Armed Forces School Curriculum

By Ada Nkong In a bid to  enhance national climate responsibility and reform youth education, the Ministry of Defence has announced that environmental sustainability will now be integrated into the curriculum of all Armed Forces Primary and Secondary Schools across the country. A statement signed by Patience Ituke for Director information and public relations says… Continue reading Ministry of Defence Integrates Environmental Sustainability in Armed Forces School Curriculum

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Ambassador Aduda Advocates Enhanced  UK-Nigeria Defence Collaboration

By Ada Nkong The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence, Ambassador Gabriel Tanimu Aduda, has stressed the need for strengthened defence collaboration between the United Kingdom and Nigeria. A statement signed by Patience Ituke for Director information and public relations says this appeal was made during a high-level meeting at the British Parliament’s House of Lords.… Continue reading Ambassador Aduda Advocates Enhanced  UK-Nigeria Defence Collaboration

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Passing  of Fmr President Buhari  Great Loss to Entire Nation- Matawalle

By Ada Nkong The  Minister  of State for Defence Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle,has extended his heartfelt condolences to the family of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday in London, he described his passing as a significant loss for the nation, particularly at a time when Nigeria could greatly benefit from his leadership… Continue reading Passing  of Fmr President Buhari  Great Loss to Entire Nation- Matawalle

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Nigeria Boosts Fight Against Insecurity as First Batch of 800 Elite Special Operations Forces Graduate

By Ada Nkong The  Minister of State for Defence  Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle has announced that the graduation of the first batch of 800 elite Special Operations Forces (SOF) represents a significant advancement in the Federal Government’s commitment to combatting insecurity in Nigeria. A statement signed by Echi Ochanya Kate for Director Information says the… Continue reading Nigeria Boosts Fight Against Insecurity as First Batch of 800 Elite Special Operations Forces Graduate

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AANI 45th AGM: Badaru Chairs Meeting,Calls  for Sustainable National Development Through Policy Advocacy

By Ada Nkong The Minister of Defence  Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, officially opened the 45th Annual General Meeting of the Alumni Association of the National Institute (AANI) at the NIPSS Main Auditorium in Kuru, Jos. Themed “Towards a New Nigeria,” the event was hosted by the Plateau State Government and gathered prominent figures from various sectors.… Continue reading AANI 45th AGM: Badaru Chairs Meeting,Calls  for Sustainable National Development Through Policy Advocacy

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Badaru Opens 2025 Defence Training Conference, Advocates  Performance-Oriented, Future-Driven Training

The Minister of Defence  Mohammed Abubakar Badaru, has officially opened the 2025 Defence Training Conference Thursday, calling for a transformative approach to training within the Armed Forces of Nigeria. A statement signed by Mati Ali Personal assistant media and publicity to the Minister says the conference with the theme “Performance-Oriented Training and Trends in the… Continue reading Badaru Opens 2025 Defence Training Conference, Advocates  Performance-Oriented, Future-Driven Training

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Nigeria-Brazil Strategic Dialogue:   Milestone for Regional Stability-Badaru

By Ada Nkong The  Minister of Defence  Mohammed Abubakar Badaru ,  has lauded the recent Nigeria-Brazil Strategic Dialogue, reaffirming both nations’ commitment to strengthening bilateral defence cooperation. The dialogue took place at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. A statement signed by Dr Mati Ali, personal assistant media and publicity says , Minister Badaru during his… Continue reading Nigeria-Brazil Strategic Dialogue:   Milestone for Regional Stability-Badaru