UNIVERSITIES CENTRAL TO NATIONAL SECURITY AND STRATEGIC RESILIENCE, SAYS DEFENCE MINISTER
The Honourable Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd), OFR, has affirmed that Nigeria’s university system is central to strengthening national defence and building long‑term strategic resilience. He made the remarks while delivering the Convocation Lecture at the Combined Convocation Ceremony of Akwa Ibom State University, held at the university’s main campus in Ikot […]
THE HONOURABLE MINISTER OF DEFENCE GENERAL C.G MUSA (Rtd) OFR DELIVERED A CONVOCATION LECTURE AT THE COMBINED CONVOCATION CEREMONY OF AKWA IBOM STATE
THE HONOURABLE MINISTER OF DEFENCE GENERAL C.G MUSA (Rtd) OFR DELIVERED A CONVOCATION LECTURE AT THE COMBINED CONVOCATION CEREMONY OF AKWA IBOM STATE UNIVERSITY HELD AT ITS MAIN CAMPUS IN IKOT AKPADEN, MKPAT ENIN LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA.THE LECTURE FOCUSED ON NIGERIAN UNIVERSITY SYSTEM WHICH OCCUPIES A CENTRAL AND STRATEGIC PLACE IN STRENGTHENING NATIONAL DEFENCE AND […]
NIGERIA CALLS FOR TRUST-BASED GLOBAL COOPERATION TO COUNTER EVOLVING TERRORISM THREATS
NIGERIA CALLS FOR TRUST-BASED GLOBAL COOPERATION TO COUNTER EVOLVING TERRORISM THREATS The Federal Government of Nigeria has called for stronger trust-based international cooperation to tackle evolving global terrorism threats. This was stated by the Honourable Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd), OFR, during a panel session on “Countering Terrorism: International Cooperation Reclaimed” at […]
THE HONOURABLE MINISTER OF DEFENCE GENERAL CHRISTOPHER MUSA OFR ( RTD) PARTICIPATED IN THE PANEL SESSION ON COUNTERING TERRORISM AT THE ANTALYA DIPLOMACY FORUM 2026 IN THE REPUBLIC OF TURKIYE.
THE HONOURABLE MINISTER OF DEFENCE GENERAL CHRISTOPHER MUSA OFR ( RTD) PARTICIPATED IN THE PANEL SESSION ON COUNTERING TERRORISM AT THE ANTALYA DIPLOMACY FORUM 2026 IN THE REPUBLIC OF TURKIYE.THE FORUM BROUGHT TOGETHER GLOBAL LEADERS, POLICYMAKERS AND SECURITY EXPERTS .THEY DELIBERATED ON THE EVOLVING NATURE OF TERRORISM AND TO ADVANCE COLLECTIVE RESPONSES ANCHORED ON COOPERATION, […]
PHEELANGWAH VISITS HEADQUARTERS OF DEFENCE HEALTH MAINTENANCE LIMITED (DHML)
— “DHML Is More Needed Today Than Ever Before” In recognition of the growing physical and mental health demands of personnel, both serving and retired, in a security-conscious environment, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence, Mr. Richard Pheelangwah, has charged Defence Health Maintenance Limited (DHML) to intensify its efforts amid enormous security challenges. He emphasized […]
THE PERMANENT SECRETARY, MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, MR. RICHARD PHEELANGWAH, PAID A FAMILIARIZATION VISIT
THE PERMANENT SECRETARY, MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, MR. RICHARD PHEELANGWAH, PAID A FAMILIARIZATION VISIT TO THE MANAGING DIRECTOR/CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, SURG. R. ADM. AB AFOLAYAN, THE MANAGEMENT OF DEFENCE HEALTH MAINTENANCE LIMITED, IN ABUJA ON APRIL 15, 2026. THE VISIT UNDERSCORED THE MINISTRY’S COMMITMENT TO STRENGTHENING COLLABORATION AND ENHANCING THE DELIVERY OF QUALITY HEALTHCARE SERVICES FOR […]
FG CALLS FOR COLLABORATION ACROSS AGENCIES FOR ENHANCED NATIONAL SECURITY -Defence Minister
…let us work as a team…. The Federal Government has called for a stronger collaboration and coordination among security and intelligence agencies to effectively combat the nation’s evolving security challenges. Addressing the Press during a high-level meeting with intelligence and Security stakeholders at the Ministry of Defence, the Honourable Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa […]
PHEELANGWAH VISITS DSA
—Calls for Sustained Collaboration In a continued drive to providing administrative oversight and strengthen institutional effectiveness, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence, Mr. Richard Pheelangwah has paid a familiarisation visit to the Defence Space Administration’s Management and facilities on Wednesday, 8th April, 2026 in Abuja. In his remarks, Pheelangwah noted that the Defence Space Administration […]
THE PERMANENT SECRETARY, MR. RICHARD PHEELANGWAH, VISITED DEFENCE SPACE ADMINISTRATION
AS PART OF HIS FAMILIARIZATION VISIT TO MILITARY SERVICES AND FORMATIONS UNDER THE MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, THE PERMANENT SECRETARY, MR. RICHARD PHEELANGWAH, VISITED DEFENCE SPACE ADMINISTRATION AND WAS WELCOMED BY MAJOR GENERAL PHILIP O. ILODIBIA, THE CHIEF OF DEFENCE SPACE ADMINISTRATION ON THE 8TH OF APRIL, 2026. THE VISIT PROVIDED AN OPPORTUNITY TO DISCUSS ONGOING […]
THE HONOURABLE MINISTER OF DEFENCE, CHRISTOPHER GWABIN MUSA (RTD), OFR, WAS ABLY REPRESENTED BY THE PERMANENT SECRETARY, MR. RICHARD PHEELANGWAH, AT THE 2ND, 3RD, AND 4TH COMBINED CONVOCATION CEREMONY
THE HONOURABLE MINISTER OF DEFENCE, CHRISTOPHER GWABIN MUSA (RTD), OFR, WAS ABLY REPRESENTED BY THE PERMANENT SECRETARY, MR. RICHARD PHEELANGWAH, AT THE 2ND, 3RD, AND 4TH COMBINED CONVOCATION CEREMONY OF THE AIR FORCE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, HELD AT THE IBRAHIM ALFA HALL, KADUNA, ON MARCH 27, 2027. THE EVENT MARKED A SIGNIFICANT MILESTONE AS DEGREES […]
