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Chief of Defence Staff (CDS)

September 10, 2025

Military justice crucial to protecting troops’ rights, professionalism: CDS

Mr Ukpe said, “This book is my modest contribution to an institution I proudly served for decades.’’

Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa
September 5, 2025

CDS urges youths to embrace discipline, unity

He said the armed forces would continue to support programmes that empower the youth and strengthen communities.

Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa
September 5, 2025

CDS celebrates troops on Eid el-Maulud

He urged the personnel to observe the occasion as a time for reflection on unity, loyalty and commitment to duty.

Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa
August 25, 2025

Over 1,000 terrorist groups operating across Africa: Gambari

Mr Gambari called on African nations to first secure their own nations before securing the region and continent at large.

terrorists
July 29, 2025

Defence chief reaffirms military’s commitment to peace in Northern Nigeria

The CDS said the military had restructured operations in the North-West under Operation FANSAN YAMMA, with the establishment of Special Forces Brigades in Kaduna and Niger States.

Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa
June 25, 2025

Military deploys 800 special forces to combat Nigeria’s worsening security challenges

Mr Musa emphasised the need for the military to understand the enemy it’s dealing with to prepare for emerging challenges.

military personnel
June 22, 2025

Group urges secuirty agents to flush out terrorists from Benue, Plateau

According to him, when perpetrators are arrested and dealt with, it will bring peace.

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa
June 19, 2025

Troops killed 6,260 terrorists, rescued 5,365 civilians nationwide in two years: DHQ

Mr Abu-Mawashi stated that parley was held to mark the two years in office of the CDS, Gen. Christopher, Musa and other service chiefs.

Nigerian troops
May 26, 2025

Defence chief Musa tasks AU-PSC on Africa’s stability

Mr Musa said the PSC was a critical component of the AU-PSC framework and that Nigeria was pleased to identify with the vast and diverse pool of experience that the MSC represents.

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa
May 15, 2025

Nigerians shouldn’t worry over insurgent attacks in North-East; military in control: Defence Chief

“The pockets of attacks should not be a cause for concern as the military and security agencies are firmly in control,” Mr Musa said.

Nigerian Troops