Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Ministry of Defence

May 28, 2026

Defence minister calls for unity among Nigerians

Defence minister Christopher Musa has urged Nigerians to unite amid security challenges in the country.

Christopher Musa
March 23, 2026

Nigeria’s ex-accountant general jailed 72 years for N868 million fraud

The court convicted Mr Nwabuoku on all nine counts and sentenced him to eight years’ imprisonment on each, totalling 72 years.

Chukwunyere Nwabuoku
March 5, 2026

Budget Implementation: Tinubu’s govt most incompetent in Nigeria’s history, says ADC

Mr Abdullahi added that despite the current administration’s claim of “performing wonders,” Nigerians still live in poverty.

ADC and Bola Tinubu
February 11, 2026

Defence ministry to audit, upskill retirees for post-service placement: Minister

The Chief of Defence Staff, Olufemi Oluyede, reaffirmed commitment to strengthening veterans’ welfare.

Bello Matawalle
January 16, 2026

Defence, interior ministers pledge stronger collaboration to fix Nigeria’s security gaps

Mr Musa assured that the Ministry of Defence would continue to support capacity-building for internal security agencies.

August 13, 2025

Nigeria rebranding defence industry to modernise local production of military kits: CDS

Mr Musa stressed the importance of joint efforts among African nations in tackling asymmetric threats.

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa
March 28, 2025

Nigeria, Germany sign MoU on defence partnership

The official reiterated the Nigerian government’s commitment to ensuring accountability and efficiency in implementing the agreement.

Gabriel Aduda
January 9, 2025
Nigerian Ministry of Defence
August 25, 2024

Defence minister donates N20 million to Jigawa flood victims

Mr Badaru reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to assisting Jigawa during the challenging period.

Defence minister donates N20 million to Jigawa flood victims
April 25, 2024

Greek frigate shoots down Houthi drone in Gulf of Aden

Houthi militants have been attacking ships in the Red Sea region in what they said was retaliation for Israeli military action in the Gaza Strip.

Houthi rebels