Sunday, July 19, 2026

Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON)

November 12, 2025

FG unveils veterans’ databank, pays ₦18 billion insurance to boost troops’ welfare

Mr Badaru said the welfare initiatives formed part of the government’s “Soldier First” policy.

April 10, 2025

Pakistani defence chief hails Nigerian military over counter-insurgency campaign

The Pakistani chief also appreciated the long standing mutual relationship between Nigeria and Pakistan.

Nigerian Troops
August 18, 2024

Bandits, Terrorists: Nigeria getting its military capabilities right, defence expert says

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.

Nigerian Military Hardware
April 10, 2024

Ned Nwoko hails alleged illegal arms manufacturers modifying 30-round AK-47 to 60-round capacity, secures their release

The Nigerian senator said, “Such individuals can do more with proper legal support and access to adequate resources.”

NED NWOKO; GUNS AND AMMUNITION
August 17, 2023

DICON factory can produce two million army, police uniforms: Chief of Defence Staff

The factory is a public-private partnership between DICON and Sur Corporate Wears Nigeria Ltd.

CHIEF OF DEFENCE STAFF and SOLDIERS ON PARADE
July 15, 2023

Maj.-Gen. Edet assumes duty as DICON DG

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).

Maj.-Gen. Aniedi Edet
April 27, 2023

Bandits: DICON says Nigerian soldiers need modern weapons to tackle insecurity

The Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) says the nation’s security challenges require modern military equipment.

Soldiers and Bandits
June 13, 2022

Nigeria to start producing military, paramilitary uniforms in 2023: FG

The uniform production would be a joint venture project that is expected to span a concession period of 20 years.

Nigerian army used to illustrate the story