PRESIDENTIAL TRANSITION COUNCIL WILL MAKE LIFE, GOVERNANCE COMFORTABLE FOR IN-COMING PRESIDENT- ELECT-Abubakar Kana
The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence, Dr. Ibrahim Abubakar Kana mni has said that the Presidential Transition Council will make life and governance more comfortable for the in-coming President- elect, pointing out that the roadmap has already been drawn for him for a quick start of his administration. Speaking at the joint session briefing between […]
FG Strengthens Bilateral Relations with UAE
The Minister of Defence, Major General Bashir Salihi Magashi (rtd) has said that the Federal Government is committed to strengthening bilateral relations with the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Gen Magashi stated this when he received a delegation from the UAE National Defence College, Course 10 in Ship House, Abuja. The Minister said that the Nigerian […]
PMB Commissions Military Vehicles to Tackle Insecurity in the Country President Muhammadu Buhari has said that the Federal Government remains steadfast in winning the war against insurgency and maintaining peace in the country. The President in a virtual meeting made the statement while commissioning 700 Ashok Leyland Troops Carrying Vehicles to tackle contemporary security challenges […]
Defence Minister, Magashi Presents Scorecard to Nigerians as CDS Assures of Adequate Security for the Upcoming General Elections
The Minister of Defence, Maj Gen Bashir Salihi Magashi (Rtd) has described his eight years in office as fulfilling especially on mandate delivery of the Ministry. Magashi stated this during the presentation on the Ministry of Defence Scorecard under President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration from 2015-2023 at the National Press Center, Radio House, Abuja. The Minister […]
Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebration
The Minister of Defence, Maj. Gen. Bashir Salihi Magashi (Rtd) joined President Muhammadu Buhari and other dignitaries to mark 2023 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Celebration at the National Arcade in Abuja.
FG Commences Payment of Security Debarment Allowance, Says Perm. Sec. Defence, thanks PMB
He further said that by making the funds available, the Government has demonstrated its commitment to the welfare and wellbeing of the Armed Forces, noting that the Ministry of Defence in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance through the Military Pensions Board initiated the commencement of payment of the allowances.The Permanent Secretary further announced that […]
FEPSGA: Perm Sec Defence, Dr. Kana Launches New Sports Kits, Urged MOD Contingent to Aspire For More Medals
The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence Dr. Ibrahim Abubakar Kana mni has launched 360 sets of sporting kits for the members of the MOD sports club to complement the club’s participation at the upcoming Federal Public Service Games (FEPSGA) slated for Abakaliki, Ebonyi State. Dr. Kana gave the charge today while unveiling the sports kits […]
Perm. Sec. Defence, Dr. Kana, Decorates Col Diya with New Rank, Cautions Military Personnel against Pride
The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence, Dr. Ibrahim Abubakar Kana, mni has advised newly promoted officers of the Armed Forces against pride in discharging their duties. Dr. Kana gave the advice when he decorated Colonel OO Diya with the rank of Brigadier General Olusola Oyelola Diya at a ceremony attended by the celebrant’s mother, Mrs. […]
FG Re-Affirms Partnership with Republic of Sudan in beefing Defence Requirements
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its readiness to partner with the Sudanese Government in the production of Military needs through the Nigerian Defence Industries Cooperation of Nigeria DICON and the Sudanese Defence Corporation. Minister of Defence, Major Gen. Bashir Salihi Magashi stated this when a delegation of the Defence Industries System of Sudan paid a […]
POP: President Buhari Charges Commissioned Cadets on Application of Acquired knowledge in Combat Missions
President Muhammadu Buhari has charged the newly commissioned Cadets to apply the knowledge and skills acquired in various fields of specialization to support the combat forces in achieving their assigned missions. President Buhari stated this during the Combined Passing Out Parade and Commissioning Ceremony of Direct Short Service Course 26 (Army) and Direct Regular Course […]
