2 h. ago India’s new High Commissioner presents credentials to Tinubu

India’s new High Commissioner to Nigeria, Abhishek Singh, presents his credentials to President Bola Tinubu, reaffirming commitment to the strategic partne Read More: https://punchng.com/indias-new-high-commissioner-presents-credentials-to-tinubu/

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2 h. ago Musa assumes office as Defence Minister, unveils strategic plans, vows tough reforms

Christopher Musa, former Chief of Defence Staff on Friday assumed office as Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, pledging a new era read more Musa assumes office as Defence Minister, unveils strategic plans, vows tough reforms

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5 h. ago YPP hails Tinubu over Gen Musa’s appointment as Defence Minister

A communique signed by YPP's National Publicity Secretary, Comrade Egbeola Wale Martins, at the end of its 24th Extraordinary National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting, which was held on Thursday at Chelsea Hotel, Abuja, charged the President to exercise his power and sack all non-performing heads of security agencies whose performance has fallen short of expectations.

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6 h. ago Gov Aliyu’s aide seeks stronger security collaboration with Defence Minister

He urged the new minister to deploy his operational expertise to tackle banditry, insurgency, kidnapping and other security challenges.

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6 h. ago New Defence Minister Pledges Review Of Theatre Commands, Zero Tolerance For Corruption

The newly appointed Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (Rtd), on Friday, assumed office with a pledge to review theatre operation commands, and improve troops welfare. The Minister also declared zero tolerance for corruption, indiscipline and indolence at the Ministry. “We will begin with a rigorous review of all theatre commands and inter-service operations. My […]

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7 h. ago Nigeria Positioned To Lead Africa’s Digital Trade Future — Afreximbank

Nigeria is strategically positioned to lead Africa’s emerging digital trade revolution, the Chief Economist of Afreximbank, Dr. Yemi Kale, has said. Speaking at the inauguration of the Africa Trade Center (ATC) in Abuja, he described Nigeria as a natural frontrunner in the continent’s transition toward technology-driven commerce under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). […]

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12 h. ago Troops Arrested 74 Terrorists, Rescued 318 Victims In November – Defence Headquarters

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) said troops on internal operations rescued 318 kidnap victims, arrested 74 terrorists’ collaborators, oil thieves and other criminals in November. The director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Michael Onoja, who gave the figures yesterday, said 69 terrorists’ and their families surrendered to troops in the North East within the month. […]

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12 h. ago India’s Modi, Russia’s Putin Talk Defence, Trade And Ukraine

India is walking a diplomatic tightrope -- relying on strategic Russian oil imports while trying not to provoke Trump during ongoing tariff negotiations. The post India’s Modi, Russia’s Putin Talk Defence, Trade And Ukraine appeared first on Channels Television.

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13 h. ago Step Up Offensive Against Terrorists, Governor Radda Urges Gen. Musa

Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has urged the new Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (Rtd), to sustain and intensify military offensives against bandits terrorising the North-West region of the country. Governor Radda made the call in a congratulatory message following General Musa’s appointment and swearing-in by President Bola Tinubu, describing his choice […]

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15 h. ago Chamber urges Nigerians to explore opportunities in Slovenia

The Nigeria-Slovenia Chamber of Commerce urges businesses to explore Nigeria Slovenia trade opportunities in a stable, low-risk EU market. Read More: https://punchng.com/chamber-urges-nigerians-to-explore-opportunities-in-slovenia/

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17 h. ago From declaration to action: The urgent test of Nigeria’s defence strategy

In the first week after President Bola Tinubu declared a nationwide security emergency, Nigeria has already been shaken by fresh read more From declaration to action: The urgent test of Nigeria’s defence strategy

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22 h. ago Military foils oil theft worth N217m, rescues 318 kidnapped victims in November, says DHQ

The Defence Headquarters says troops foiled oil theft valued at N217 million and rescued 318 kidnapped victims in November as read more Military foils oil theft worth N217m, rescues 318 kidnapped victims in November, says DHQ

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23 h. ago Tinubu Receives Letters Of Credence From 17 Ambassadors, Four High Commissioners

The President encouraged diplomats to deepen collaboration in trade, energy, agriculture, education, technology, defence, and cultural exchange. The post Tinubu Receives Letters Of Credence From 17 Ambassadors, Four High Commissioners appeared first on Channels Television.

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25 h. ago New firm established to drive Ondo’s 500,000bpd refinery, FTZ projects

A new firm is established to drive the massive Ondo refinery project and Free Trade Zone, following a $50bn funding commitment for the 500,000bpd facility. Read More: https://punchng.com/new-firm-established-to-drive-ondos-500000bpd-refinery-ftz-projects/

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26 h. ago Insecurity: Nigerians Will Soon See Results — Defence Minister Musa

General Musa, 57, now assumes one of Nigeria’s strategic national security positions, with widespread expectation that his experience as CDS will help stabilise the nation’s security landscape. The post Insecurity: Nigerians Will Soon See Results — Defence Minister Musa appeared first on Channels Television.

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27 h. ago NASA’s SWOT satellite captures first full view of a tsunami in motion

When a powerful earthquake shook the far eastern edge of Russia in late July, it set off more than a read more NASA’s SWOT satellite captures first full view of a tsunami in motion

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27 h. ago “Shoot On Sight, Don’t Wait for Orders” — Defence Minister Musa Directs Troops

Newly appointed Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd), has instructed troops to “shoot on sight” and immediately engage any armed bandits they encounter, stressing that they must not wait for further directives. Speaking during his Senate screening on Wednesday, Musa said this firm order is crucial for frontline protection and restoring public trust in […] The post “Shoot On Sight, Don’t Wait for Orders” — Defence Minister Musa Directs Troops appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Nigerians’ll enjoy improved security, new defence minister pledges

Nigeria’s new Defence Minister, Gen. Christopher Musa, vows to deliver improved security, promising tangible results for citizens in the shortest time poss Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeriansll-enjoy-improved-security-new-defence-minister-pledges/

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29 h. ago Troops rescue 318 kidnapped victims, arrest 74 suspects — DHQ

The Defence Headquarters reports that troops rescue 318 kidnapped victims and arrested 74 suspects in November while tackling oil theft and terrorism. Read More: https://punchng.com/troops-rescue-318-kidnapped-victims-arrest-74-suspects-dhq/

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29 h. ago ‘Whatever It Takes, We’ll Secure Nigeria’, Says New Defence Minister Musa

Nigeria’s newly appointed Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (retd.), has vowed to deliver rapid, measurable improvements in national security, assuring citizens that the armed forces under his leadership will take “whatever steps are necessary” to restore peace across the country. Musa spoke at the Presidential Villa on Thursday shortly after President Bola Tinubu administered […]

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