Category: Crime
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Nigeria Needs Enhanced Support From United States In Fight Against Insecurity – Matawalle

Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defence, H.E. Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, MON, has called for increased support from the United States in intelligence sharing, counterterrorism efforts, and the enhancement of military capabilities to address Nigeria’s evolving security challenges. Minister Matawalle made this appeal during a meeting with Major General Garrick Harmon, the Director for Strategy,…
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Defence Minister Badaru Pledges Stronger Collaboration with UN on Humanitarian Efforts

The Honourable Minister of Defence H. E. Mohammed Badaru Abubakar CON mni, has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to supporting the United Nations Resident Coordinator and humanitarian services operating across the nation. The Minister made the pledge during a meeting with Mr. Mohamed Malick Fall, the UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, at the Minister’s office in Ship…
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Nigeria’s Ministry Of Defence To Strengthen Military Cooperation With Israel

Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Defence, Ambassador Gabriel Tanimu Aduda has reaffirmed the Nigerian government’s commitment to enhancing military cooperation with the State of Israel during a recent courtesy visit from Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria, Michael Freeman, at the Ministry’s headquarters in Ship House, Abuja. During their meeting, the two officials discussed strategies for…
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Jos Attack: Defence Minister Visits Affected Community, Reiterates President Tinubu’s Commitment To End Violence

Nigeria’s Minister of Defence H.E. Muhammad Badaru Abubakar CON mni, has visited the community in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State to express condolences to the families affected by recent attacks and to assure them of the federal government’s commitment to preventing future occurrences. During his visit, the Minister prayed and condoled with the…
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New Police Airwing Commissioner CP Martin Nwogoh Strengthens Ties with Aviation Stakeholders in Abuja

Abuja, Nigeria – The newly appointed Commissioner of Police, Nigeria Police Force Airwing, CP Martin Nwogoh, has commenced a series of courtesy visits to key aviation stakeholders at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, aimed at fostering stronger collaboration and mutual understanding in the aviation security ecosystem. The visits, which began on Wednesday, follow CP…
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Defence Minister Badaru Champions Closer Military Collaboration with Pakistan

In a significant move towards bolstering defence capabilities, the Honourable Minister of Defence of Nigeria, H.E. Mohammed Badaru Abubakar CON, mni, has called for enhanced collaboration between Nigeria and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan in the defence sector. His remarks came during a high-level meeting with a delegation from Pakistan led by General Shahir Shamsad…
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DEPOWA College Project: A Commitment To Nation-Building, Says Minister Badaru

Nigeria’s Minister of Defence H.E. Mohammed Badaru Abubakar CON, mni, has underscored that the proposed Defence and Police Officers’ Wives Association (DEPOWA) College Project signifies a steadfast commitment of military and police families to nation-building. This statement was made during the ground-breaking and fundraising ceremony held in Abuja, where he commended DEPOWA for its visionary…
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Sub-regional Defence Summit: Minister Badaru Urges Collective Action on ECOWAS Security Needs

The Nigerian Honourable Minister of Defence H.E. Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, CON, mni, has opened 43rd Ordinary Meeting of ECOWAS Committee of Chiefs of Defence Staff in Abuja with a call on member States to foster collaboration and solidarity in the face of emerging threats of terrorism, organized crimes, climate change and other forms of criminalities.…
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Matawalle Cautions Lawal, Affirms Northern Nigeria’s Unwavering Support For President Tinubu, Highlights Significant Reforms in the North

Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defence, H.E. Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle MON, has categorically refuted the recent comments by Dr. Babachir Lawal regarding the 2027 Presidential ambitions of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Matawalle emphasized that President Tinubu has made commendable strides in governance and that Lawal and his associates will be surprised by the resounding…
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Minister Matawalle Calls For Assertiveness On Global Stage Following Visa Denial By Canada

Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defence, H.E. Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle MON, has issued a resolute call for Nigeria to assert its position on the global stage in the light of recent diplomatic incident involving the denial of visas to the Chief of Defence Staff, General CG Musa, and other members of the Nigerian delegation.…
