Defence ministers visit North-East theatre, commend troops as over 280 terrorist neutralized

Defence ministers visit North-East theatre, commend troops as over 280 terrorist neutralized

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Honourable Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, and the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, have visited the Headquarters Theatre Command of Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI in Maiduguri, reaffirming the Federal Government’s commitment to ending terrorism. According to a statement signed by Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, the visit, conducted on March 31, 2026, was aimed at assessing ongoing operations, strengthening strategic […]

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AFIT Graduates 3,003 Students as Defence Minister Urges Patriotism, Innovation and National Service

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (retd), has urged graduating students of the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) in Kaduna to uphold patriotism, innovation and excellence in contributing to national development. In a statement signed by Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, Director of Public Relations and Information at the Nigerian Air Force, the minister delivered the charge at AFIT’s combined convocation ceremony held on […]

March 29, 2026 15

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IGP Disu Meets Defence Chiefs to Boost Security Collaboration

By Toffa Momoh | Abuja The Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Olatunji Rilwan Disu, has met with the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, and Service Chiefs to discuss ways to strengthen security in Nigeria. The visit aimed to enhance inter-agency collaboration, intelligence sharing, and joint operations to tackle security challenges. Disu emphasized the need for sustained cooperation between the Armed Forces and the Nigeria Police Force to maintain internal […]

March 27, 2026 8

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Chief of Defence Urges Border Synergy, Indigenous Arms Production

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, has emphasised the need for stronger border cooperation and indigenous defence production as key elements of the country’s evolving security strategy. According to a statement signed by Major General Samaila Uba, Director of Defence Information, the CDS made the remarks on Tuesday while delivering his closing address at the inaugural lecture of the Joint Doctrine and Warfare Centre. […]

March 25, 2026 14

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Defence Ministry Launches Major Career Transition Programme for Army Personnel

By Toffa Momoh | Abuja The Nigerian Army has taken a bold step toward strengthening personnel welfare, as the Honourable Minister of Defence, Christopher Gwabin Musa, officially launched the Senior Executive Career Transition Programme (SECTP). The initiative, executed by the Nigerian Army Heritage and Future Centre, is designed to help senior officers prepare for life after active military service, ensuring a smooth and structured transition into civilian careers. Held at […]

March 25, 2026 14

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Military Debunks ‘Twisted’ Report, Clears Defence Chief Over Terror Remarks

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The Defence Headquarters has accused an online media outlet of misrepresenting remarks made by the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, on counter-terrorism efforts in the north-east. According to a statement signed by Major General Samaila Uba, Director of Defence Information, the military said reports suggesting that General Oluyede accused residents of Borno and Yobe states of complicity in terrorism were “misleading” and a distortion of […]

March 21, 2026 21

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South African Army Chief visits Nigeria’s National Defence College to boost defence ties

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The Chief of the South African Army, Lieutenant General Lawrence Mbatha, has visited the National Defence College Nigeria in Abuja as part of efforts to strengthen defence cooperation and professional military education between Nigeria and South Africa. According to a statement signed by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, the visit on 9 March 2026 was aimed at deepening collaboration between the two […]

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Nigeria’s Chief of Air Staff deepens defence ties during Czech Republic visit

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The Chief of the Air Staff, Sunday Kelvin Aneke, has advanced Nigeria’s defence diplomacy and capacity-building drive during an official visit to the Czech Republic. According to a statement signed by Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, Director Public Relations and Information, the visit focused on strengthening international partnerships to support training, sustainment and operational capability development in line with modern security demands. During engagements with Aero Vodochody Aerospace, […]

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Nigeria Inducts First Navy Marines as Defence Chiefs Hail Boost to Maritime Security

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The Nigerian Navy has inducted its first set of 328 Marines, marking a significant expansion of Nigeria’s maritime and amphibious security capability. The personnel completed the Basic Marines Qualifying Course 1, a six-month elite programme launched in August 2025 to produce a light infantry and special operations–capable force trained for land, jungle, riverine and amphibious warfare. The graduates, codenamed the “Bushmen”, were inducted into the Nigerian Navy […]

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