The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede, has reaffirmed the unwavering commitment of the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) to supporting peacebuilding and stabilization efforts in Benue State, assuring that ongoing collaborative security measures are yielding positive results.
Gen. Lagbaja was a fearless commander-CDS
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, alongside former Service Chiefs and senior military officers, on Sunday, 9 November 2025, paid glowing tributes to the late Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, OFR, during an interdenominational memorial service held […]
Former CDS , Admiral Ibrahim Ogohi dies at 75
Abuja – Admiral Ibrahim Ogohi, a former Chief of Defence Staff, has died after a brief illness. He was 75 years.
Why we must prosecute Simon Ekpa -Military
Accuses Finland of backing terrorism The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has called for the arrest and prosecution of Simon Ekpa, a prominent figure within the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB).
Democracy Day: CDS assures Nigerians of victory against enemies of the state
Abuja, June 12, 2024 — The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has assured Nigerians of imminent victory over the nation’s adversaries.
DEPOWA supports First Lady’s project with food items
The Defence Chiefs and Police Officers Wives Association (DEPOWA) has donated food items to support the pet-project of the First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI).
Eid-el-Kabir: CDS salutes troops, families for gallantry, sacrifice
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Major General Christopher Musa, has felicitated with officers and soldiers of the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) and their families on this year’s Eid-el-Kabir.
Enugu Gov to partner military, works to end insecurity
Worried by the security challenges in the South Eastern part of Nigeria, Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, said he will partner the military to nip insecurity in the bud.
Naval War College graduates 22 officers
Twenty two senior officers drawn from the Navy, Army and the Air Force, has graduated from the Naval War College, Nigeria, militarynewsng.com reports.
CDS tasks traditional rulers on peace building
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Lucky Irabor, has advised traditional rulers in Plateau State to promote peaceful co-existence in their domains.