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Muhammed Badaru

December 5, 2025

Ex-military head Christopher Musa assumes duty as defence minister

The newly appointed defence minister, Christopher Musa, assumed duty on Friday.

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa
November 24, 2025

We’re strengthening intelligence integration to tackle evolving threats, says defence minister

Mr Badaru, however, stressed that technology alone would not give Nigeria the edge in intelligence operations.

Muhammed Badaru
February 6, 2024

Tinubu inducts two newly acquired combat helicopters into NAF Inventory

Mr Tinubu commended the NAF for standing as a dependable regional power and emphasised his administration’s dedication to supporting it.

Induction of combat helicopter
December 29, 2023

Nigerian Air Force decorates 22 air vice marshals, 16 commodores

The Minister of Defence, Muhammed Badaru, said attaining general rank in any military worldwide was an enviable feat.

Nigerian Air Force decorates 22 air vice marshals, 16 commodores
December 18, 2023

Defence minister restates FG’s commitment to welfare of military personnel

“This accommodation will be a place where you find rest, strength and companionship derived from serving the nation,” he said.

Muhammed Badaru
August 28, 2023

Defence minister Badaru visits ex-head of state, others for advice on tackling insecurity

The minister’s visit to the duo was to seek professional advice on how to tackle and accomplish the task ahead of him.

Muhammed Badaru
August 24, 2023

Nigeria to strengthen ties with UK to tackle insecurity

The minister stressed that security was a dynamic issue which had its challenges.

Muhammed Badaru