By Aderonke Ojo The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has reaffirmed the commitment of the Armed Forces of Nigeria to supporting initiatives that empower youths, strengthen communities and promote national development through sports. Oluyede gave the assurance at the closing ceremony of the 2026 CDS Abuja MilitaryContinue Reading
By Aderonke Ojo The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, says the 2026 Abuja Military Barracks Youth Sports Championship will promote youth development, discipline, unity and talent discovery among young people in military barracks. Oluyede said this while declaring the championship open in Abuja. Represented by the ChiefContinue Reading
By Deborah Coker The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Olufemi Oluyede says responsible journalism is necessary for national security. Oluyede said this on Tuesday in his goodwill message at the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) FCT press week 2026 lecture and award ceremony. Represented by the Director, Defence Information,Continue Reading
By Sumaila Ogbaje President Bola Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima on Thursday led the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, members of the Federal Executive Council, National Assembly, service chiefs and diplomatic corps to honour the nation’s fallen and living heroes. The event, which involved the laying of wreaths atContinue Reading
By Sumaila Ogbaje The Minister of Defence, retired Gen. Christopher Musa, has described serving officers and men of the Armed Forces as the finest representation of Nigeria and the nation’s enduring shield. Musa stated this on Wednesday in Abuja at the Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day (AFCRD) Regimental DinnerContinue Reading
By Sumaila Ogbaje The Nigerian Army has decorated 27 newly promoted senior officers to their new rank of Major General with a charge to continue to display loyalty, professionalism and commitment. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that 27 officers were recently promoted from the rank of Brigadier General,Continue Reading
By Collins Yakubu-Hammer The National Security Adviser to the President, Malam Nuhu Ribadu and the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, have narrated the laudable achievements recorded by the Federal Government in addressing insecurity under President Bola Tinubu. They gave the explanation during the plenary session at the two-dayContinue Reading
By Amen Gajira The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, has called for more books written on the military so as to inspire the younger generation to join the Armed Forces to serve Nigeria together. Musa made the call during the public presentation and launch of a book titled:Continue Reading
By Sumaila Ogbaje, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) The Nigerian military recently initiated a new diplomacy campaign aimed at fostering peace and stability as well as winning hearts and minds in communities. Observers say this innovative approach marks a significant shift from the traditional militaristic approach to security, recognising thatContinue Reading
By Sumaila Ogbaje Mrs Oghogho Musa, wife of the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), has urged military and police personnel’s wives to engage in regular physical exercise to boost their mental and physical health. Musa, who is also the President, Defence and Police Officers’ Wives Association (DEPOWA), made the callContinue Reading
