Defence/Security
Defence minister in China to drive tech transfer, boost DICON’s local manufacturing
By Lengnan Tobias The Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa, has led a delegation to China for high-level engagements on…
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Defence/Security
Nigeria accredits new defence attachés, assures of safety, security
The Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA) on Wednesday accredited new Defence Advisers and Attachés from five countries, assuring them of adequate safety and support throughout their diplomatic assignments in Nigeria.
Defence/Security
Army reiterates commitment to urban warfare, cyber defence training
By Desmond Ejibas The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, says the Nigerian Army has intensified training in urban warfare, counter-insurgency and…
Defence/Security
Nigeria’s foreign policy fashioned to serve defence, security goals – Minister
By Kennedy Sheyin The Federal Government says Nigeria’s foreign policy is being recalibrated to directly support national defence and security. The Minister of State…
Defence/Security
Group honours Defence Minister, DSS DG, others for contributions to national security
The organisers of the Nigerian People’s Strategic Conference and Defence Exhibition 2026 have honoured key stakeholders in Nigeria’s security and defence sector for their outstanding contributions to national security, defence development and governance
Defence/Security
Indigenous defence production key to Nigeria’s security, industrial growth – EPAIL Boss
The Chairman/CEO, Equipment & Protective Applications International Limited (EPAIL Nigeria), Mr Kola Balogun, has called for stronger government support for indigenous defence manufacturers, saying local production remains critical to Nigeria’s security and industrial development.
Defence/Security
Why Nigeria cannot continue to depend on foreign defence equipment – Minister
The Minister of Defence, retired Gen. Christopher Musa, says Nigeria must strengthen local defence production and reduce reliance on imported military hardware to effectively address emerging security challenges.
Defence/Security
FG, military leadership seek stronger healthcare coverage for armed forces
The Federal Government and the military leadership have emphasised the need for innovation, digital health solutions and strategic partnerships to improve healthcare delivery for personnel of the Armed Forces of Nigeria and their dependants.
Defence/Security
India deepens defence ties with Nigeria through NDC geo-strategic tour
Nigeria and India have taken another step towards strengthening their long-standing strategic partnership as a high-level delegation from the National Defence College (NDC), India, embarks on a geo-strategic tour of Nigeria.
Education
TETFund, Army partner on education, defence technology
By Funmilayo Adeyemi The Executive Secretary of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), Mr Sonny Echono, has reaffirmed the Fund’s commitment to strengthening collaboration…