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XIANGSHAN FORUM; Badaru Holds Bilateral Meeting With China om Defence Technology Cooperation

By Ada Nkong The  Minister of Defence  Mohammed Badaru Abubakar ,  held a high‑level bilateral meeting with Air Chief Marshal Xu Xueqiang, Minister, Department of Equipment and Development, People’s Republic of China, on the sideline of the 12th Beijing Xiangshan Forum. A statement signed by the Personal Assistant to the Minister on Media and Publicity,… Continue reading XIANGSHAN FORUM; Badaru Holds Bilateral Meeting With China om Defence Technology Cooperation

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Badaru in China For  12TH Beijing Xiangshan Forum

By Ada Nkong The Minister of Defence , Mohammed Badaru Abubakar  is in Beijing to represent Nigeria at the 12th Beijing Xiangshan Forum, opening, Wednesday 17th September 2025. A statement by Mati Ali, Personal Assistant Media and Publicity to the Minister says the Forum has brought together defence and military leaders from over 100 countries;… Continue reading Badaru in China For  12TH Beijing Xiangshan Forum

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Defence Minister Commends Namibian Command and Staff College, Re-echoes Nigeria’s Support for African Defence Cooperation

By Ada Nkong The Minister of Defence Mohammed Badaru Abubakar , has commended the Namibian Command and Staff College for its commitment to strengthening defence and education cooperation across Africa. A statement signed by Enderline Chukwu, Assistant Director Information and Public relations says Badaru made the remark when he received a 26‑member delegation from the… Continue reading Defence Minister Commends Namibian Command and Staff College, Re-echoes Nigeria’s Support for African Defence Cooperation

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Badaru Advocates Stronger Regional Action Against Terrorism in ECOWAS/SAHEL

By Ada Nkong Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru has emphasized the threat posed by terrorism even as Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to the fight against terrorism in West Africa and the Sahel. The Minister of Defence, made this known while addressing the opening of the Regional Conference on Combating Emerging Terrorist Groups and Strengthening… Continue reading Badaru Advocates Stronger Regional Action Against Terrorism in ECOWAS/SAHEL

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Badaru Advocates Stronger Regional Action Against Terrorism in ECOWAS/SAHEL

By Ada Nkong Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru has emphasized the threat posed by terrorism even as Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to the fight against terrorism in West Africa and the Sahel. The Minister of Defence, made this known while addressing the opening of the Regional Conference on Combating Emerging Terrorist Groups and Strengthening… Continue reading Badaru Advocates Stronger Regional Action Against Terrorism in ECOWAS/SAHEL

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Badaru Advocates Stronger Regional Action Against Terrorism in ECOWAS/SAHEL

By Ada Nkong Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru has emphasized the threat posed by terrorism even as Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to the fight against terrorism in West Africa and the Sahel. The Minister of Defence, made this known while addressing the opening of the Regional Conference on Combating Emerging Terrorist Groups and Strengthening… Continue reading Badaru Advocates Stronger Regional Action Against Terrorism in ECOWAS/SAHEL

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Ministry of Defence Hosts 6TH Nigeria–South Africa Defence and Security Committee Meeting in Abuja

By Ada Nkong The 6th session of the Nigeria–South Africa Bi‑National Commission Defence and Security Committee started Tuesday at the Nigeria Army Conference Centre and Suites, Asokoro, Abuja. The five‑day meeting will provide a platform to strengthen bilateral cooperation in defence and security matters. A statement signed by Enderline Chukwu Assistant Director information and public… Continue reading Ministry of Defence Hosts 6TH Nigeria–South Africa Defence and Security Committee Meeting in Abuja

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Badaru Brokers Czech Republic Strategic Defence Partnership

By Ada Nkong The Minister of Defence,  Mohammed Badaru  has expressed optimism that Nigeria and Czech Republic will develop a mutually beneficial bilateral relationship. A statement signed by Patience Ituke for director information says the minister said this when he received a high-level Czech delegation led by the Junior Deputy Minister of Defence, Radka Konderlova.… Continue reading Badaru Brokers Czech Republic Strategic Defence Partnership

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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