39 h. ago “Stop Negotiating With Bandits, They Don’t Fear God” — Defence Minister Christopher Musa Advises Governors

Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has called on state governments to stop negotiating with bandits, warning that such engagements weaken ongoing military operations. Musa made the call during an interview with BBC Hausa, where he said dialogue with criminal groups only emboldens them and complicates the work of security agencies. According to him, bandits are […] The post “Stop Negotiating With Bandits, They Don’t Fear God” — Defence Minister Christopher Musa Advises Governors appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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51 h. ago Insecurity: Interior, Defence Ministers Push For United Military

In a renewed push to confront banditry, terrorism and other security threats facing the country, the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, and the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (retd), have reaffirmed the federal fovernment’s commitment to a coordinated, intelligence-driven security strategy. Both ministers emphasised that stronger collaboration between internal and external security agencies […]

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56 h. ago Defence minister Christopher Musa warns states against negotiating with bandits

Christopher Musa, minister of defence, has urged state governments to stop negotiating with bandits, warning that such talks undermine military read more Defence minister Christopher Musa warns states against negotiating with bandits

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62 h. ago Defence, interior ministers seek stronger collaboration on security

Nigeria’s defence and interior ministers pledge deeper security collaboration to tackle threats like terrorism and banditry through shared intelligence. Read More: https://punchng.com/defence-interior-ministers-seek-stronger-collaboration-on-security/

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3 d. ago Defence Minister Warns State Governments Against Peace Deals With Bandits

The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd), has warned state governments to immediately stop engaging in peace deals with armed bandits, describing such arrangements as counterproductive and harmful to Nigeria’s security efforts. Speaking in an interview with BBC Hausa Service, Gen. Musa said the Federal Government has consistently advised all levels of government against […]

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3 d. ago Education, not just security, key to Nigeria’s future, says Defence Minister

Christopher Musa, Minister of Defence, has reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to education, describing it as the most potent instrument read more Education, not just security, key to Nigeria’s future, says Defence Minister

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4 d. ago AFCRD 2026: Federal Government Offers Medical Support For Veterans

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the welfare of military veterans through sustained medical and social support initiatives. The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence, Richard Pheelangwa, stated this on Wednesday in Abuja during a medical outreach organised for veterans as part of activities marking the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day (AFCRD). […]

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6 d. ago ‘We shall overcome’: Defence minister rallies troops amid terrorism, banditry, kidnapping

Nigeria is passing through a period of intense trial marked by terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and other forms of criminality, but read more ‘We shall overcome’: Defence minister rallies troops amid terrorism, banditry, kidnapping

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7 d. ago “A Thief’s Friend Is Also A Thief” – Defence Minister Tells Sponsors, Symphaisers Of Terrorists, Bandits

The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd), has urged Nigerians to support the Armed Forces and other security agencies while warning that anyone assisting terrorists, insurgents, bandits, or other criminal elements will face consequences. He made the remarks on Saturday while serving as Special Guest of Honour at the Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance […] The post “A Thief’s Friend Is Also A Thief” – Defence Minister Tells Sponsors, Symphaisers Of Terrorists, Bandits appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago VIDEO: You’ll face same fate on battlefield, Defence Minister warns terrorists, sponsors

Nigeria’s Defence Minister warns terrorists and their sponsors, stating they will face the same fate as combatants if found on the battlefield. Read More: https://punchng.com/video-youll-face-same-fate-on-battlefield-defence-minister-warns-terrorists-sponsors/

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7 d. ago Minister’s Wife Advocates Support For Families Of Fallen Heroes

The wife of the Minister of Defence, Mrs Oghogho Musa, has advocated greater support for the families of fallen heroes who paid the supreme price in defence of the nation. She spoke yesterday, at the Humanitarian Day, organised as part of the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day in Abuja. She said, “While our […]

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1 week ago ‘Matawalle Using NSA Office To Harass Opposition’, Zamfara Gov’t Raises Alarm

The Zamfara State Government has raised the alarm over the alleged harassment of opposition figures within the state with federal might by the Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle. A statement signed by the Spokesman to the State Governor, Suleiman Bala Idris, on Wednesday night, said the State Government was left with no other […]

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1 week ago Matawalle’s Redeployment ‘ll Boost Public Confidence In Terrorism War — Coalition

The Coalition of Nigeria Civil Societies Against Terrorism on ongoing war in Nigeria has said that the redeployment of Minister of State for Defence, Hon. Bello Matawalle, from the ministry of Defence will strengthen public confidence in the anti-terrorism war. The Coalition, which declared that it has nothing personal against the Minister of State for […]

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1 week ago Diplomats Back Tinubu’s Security Push, Seek Matawalle’s Redeployment

The United World Congress of Diplomats (UN-WCD), in collaboration with the International Institute of Experts on Political Economy and Administration (IIEPEA), has openly backed President Bola Tinubu’s security strategy, demanding immidiate redeployment of Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, from the ministry. The Diplomats, at a press conference held on Monday in Abuja, said […]

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1 week ago If I were president, my defence minister would be drone — Sowore

Omoyele Sowore suggests a radical drone defence strategy, arguing that unmanned aerial vehicles are more effective and cost-efficient for tackling insecuri Read More: https://punchng.com/if-i-were-president-my-defence-minister-would-be-drone-sowore/

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2 w. ago Venezuelan Military Denounces ‘Abduction’ Of Maduro, Calls For His Immediate Release

Venezuela’s armed forces have condemned what they described as the “abduction” of President Nicolás Maduro by the United States, demanding his immediate release and urging the international community to defend the country’s sovereignty. In a televised address by the Defence Minister Vladimir Padrino López, flanked by top military officers, he declared that “Nicolás Maduro is […]

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2 w. ago Tinubu Vows Justice For Niger Market Victims, Orders Rescue Of Abductees

President Bola Tinubu has directed the Minister of Defence, the Chief of Defence Staff, the Service Chiefs, the Inspector-General of Police, and the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS) to track down and apprehend the perpetrators of the Kasuwan Daji attack in Niger State, ensuring they were swiftly brought to justice. He also […]

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2 w. ago Tinubu Vows Justice For Niger Market Attack Victims, Orders Rescue Of Abductees

President Bola Tinubu has directed the Minister of Defence, the Chief of Defence Staff, the Service Chiefs, the Inspector-General of Police, and the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS) to track down and apprehend the perpetrators of the Kasuwan Daji attack in Niger State, ensuring they were swiftly brought to justice. He also […]

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2 w. ago Venezuela Military Urges Calm, Backs Delcy Rodriguez Acting President

"I call on the people of Venezuela to resume their activities of all kinds, economic, work and education, in the coming days," Defence Minister Vladimir Padrino Lopez said in a televised address. The post Venezuela Military Urges Calm, Backs Delcy Rodriguez Acting President appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago 2025, Year Of Defence Transformation Under Matawalle, Says Group

The Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Muhammad Matawalle, maintained active oversight of Nigeria’s defence sector throughout 2025, engaging in strategic leadership, international diplomacy, and institutional reforms, the Northern Youth Concerns Citizens (NYCC) has said on Wednesday. A statement signed by the group’s chairman, Dr Ibrahim Buhari Malunfashi, said the year began with a […]

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