Ododo Meets Mohammed Audu, Seeks Greater Cooperation on Kogi Development

Ododo Meets Mohammed Audu, Seeks Greater Cooperation on Kogi Development

By Zainab Uzomah Kogi State Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo has met with Prince Mohammed Audu, son of the late former governor of the state, Prince Abubakar Audu, to discuss economic development, agricultural growth and political unity in the state. According to the Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, the meeting, which took place during the governor’s visit to Audu’s residence, focused on strengthening Kogi’s economy, improving the welfare […]

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NDLEA, Egypt to Strengthen Cooperation in Fight Against Drug Trafficking

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) says it is set to deepen collaboration with Egypt in the fight against illicit drug trafficking and substance abuse through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on intelligence sharing, joint operations and training. In a statement released to the press by the Director of Media and Advocacy of the Agency, Femi Babafemi, the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the […]

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CDS Reaffirms Nigeria–US Defence Cooperation

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede, has reaffirmed the Armed Forces of Nigeria's commitment to strengthening defence cooperation with the United States to enhance regional security and tackle emerging threats. In a statement signed by the Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, the CDS made the pledge during a courtesy visit by the United States Assistant Secretary for African Affairs, Mr. […]

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Nigeria, UK Deepen Security Cooperation as Fourth Defence Partnership Dialogue Opens in Abuja

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja Nigeria and the United Kingdom have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral security cooperation as the Fourth UK–Nigeria Security and Defence Partnership (SDP4) Dialogue commenced in Abuja. The high-level engagement brought together security officials from both countries to review progress made since the launch of the partnership in 2022 and chart a path for deeper collaboration in addressing emerging security challenges. Speaking at the opening session, the […]

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COAS, IGP Urges Greater Security Agency Cooperation

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has stressed the need for closer coordination among security agencies to tackle the country’s security challenges. In a statement signed by the Acting Director, Army Public Relation, Col Appolonia Anele; He made the remarks on Wednesday while receiving the Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, during a familiarisation visit to Army Headquarters in Abuja. The IG […]

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Vietnam seeks stronger cooperation with Nigeria on agriculture and technology

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Vietnamese ambassador to Nigeria, Bui Quoc Hung, has called for deeper cooperation between Vietnam and Nigeria in key sectors including agriculture, technology and human resource development. Speaking after a meeting with the national chairman of APC, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda Goshwe; Mr Hung said discussions focused on strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries, which recently marked 50 years of diplomatic ties. He noted that Vietnam […]

March 13, 2026 22

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AU Commissioner Backs Nigerian Navy, Pushes for Regional Maritime Cooperation

By Zainab Uzomah The African Union Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security, Ambassador Bankole Adeoye, has praised the Nigerian Navy for what he described as significant achievements in maritime security during a visit to the Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, at Naval Headquarters in Abuja on 5 February 2026. In a statement signed by Captain AA Folorunsho, Acting Director of Information, the Navy said Ambassador […]

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Air Marshal Aneke Commends Enugu’s Support, Calls for Greater Civil–Military Cooperation

By Zainab Uzomah The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has completed a two-day operational visit to the Nigerian Air Force Ground Training Command and other units in Enugu, highlighting efforts to strengthen training, enhance operational readiness and deepen collaboration with the Enugu State Government. In a statement signed by Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, Director of Public Relations and Information, the Air Force said the visit, […]

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Nigeria, Switzerland Push to Deepen Security Cooperation With Focus on Non-Military Approaches

By Zainab Uzomah Nigeria and Switzerland say they are moving to strengthen their long-standing defence partnership, with a renewed emphasis on non-kinetic strategies aimed at tackling the root causes of insecurity. The commitment was announced during a visit by the Swiss Ambassador to Nigeria, Patrick Felix Egloff, to Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, General O.O. Oluyede, at Defence Headquarters in Abuja on Wednesday. Ambassador Egloff said Switzerland remains committed to […]

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