Mr Badaru said the welfare initiatives formed part of the government’s “Soldier First” policy.
The Pakistani chief also appreciated the long standing mutual relationship between Nigeria and Pakistan.
Mr Balogun says the rise of local players in Nigeria’s defence industries will be a game changer in enhancing its military’s fighting power.
The Nigerian senator said, “Such individuals can do more with proper legal support and access to adequate resources.”
The factory is a public-private partnership between DICON and Sur Corporate Wears Nigeria Ltd.
Mr Edet took over the role from Maj-Gen Hassan Tafida, who has been appointed as the corps commander of the Nigerian Army Electrical and Mechanical Engineering (NAEME).
The Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) says the nation’s security challenges require modern military equipment.
The uniform production would be a joint venture project that is expected to span a concession period of 20 years.
