Tag: #NigerianMilitary
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DEFENCE MINISTER VOWS TO PROTECT SOLDIERS ON LAWFUL DUTY AMID FCT LAND DISPUTE
Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru, has assured that the government and military high command will fully protect soldiers who are performing lawful duties. He made this clear during a ministerial press briefing in Abuja ahead of the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day. Badaru’s remarks come after a heated altercation on Tuesday between the…
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MARTIN ONOVO URGES NIGERIAN GOVERNMENT TO DEPLOY FULL WEIGHT TO END INSECURITY
Former National Conscience Party (NCP) presidential candidate Martin Onovo has called on the Federal Government to use its full national capacity to tackle the growing insecurity crisis in Nigeria. Speaking to NAN in Lagos, Onovo stressed that decisive action and coordinated efforts are critical to restoring lasting peace across troubled regions. Reacting to the U.S.…
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RETIRED GEN. CHRISTOPHER MUSA URGES SOLDIERS TO STAY STEADFAST: “NIGERIA IS WORTH FIGHTING FOR”
At an emotional Pulling-Out Parade in Abuja, Retired Gen. Christopher Musa marked the end of his distinguished 39-year military career with a powerful message, Nigeria is a nation worth every sacrifice. Musa reflected on his time in service as the greatest honour of his life, expressing gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for the trust to…
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PRESIDENT TINUBU URGES NEW SERVICE CHIEFS TO DELIVER RESULTS WITH PROFESSIONALISM AND DISCIPLINE
President Bola Tinubu has emphasized that the security and safety of all Nigerians is the foremost priority, calling on the newly appointed military chiefs to deliver measurable outcomes swiftly and efficiently. His directive highlights the urgent need for renewed national security leadership. The recent appointments—Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede as Chief of Defence Staff, Maj.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu…
