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The Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Its origins lie in the elements of the Royal West African Frontier Force that became Nigeria when independence was granted in 1960.
General CG Musa OFR
CHIEF OF DEFENCE STAFF
To Nurture a Professional Armed Forces of Nigeria that is People Centric, Capable of Meeting its Constitutional Responsibilities in a Joint and Collaborative Environment
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The Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Its origins lie in the elements of the Royal West African Frontier Force that became Nigeria when independence was granted in 1960.
“To consolidate the capabilities of the Armed Forces of Nigeria through enhanced jointness for a reinforced operational posture, supported by improved welfare efforts and sound administration aimed at ensuring the Armed Forces maintain its core military fundamentals of guaranteeing Nigeria’s sovereignty and prosperity under a whole of government approach.”
PRESS RELEASE COORDINATED STRIKES AND TARGETING OF ISIS TERRORISTS CONTINUE
The Defence Headquarters, in close coordination with United States Africa Command, wish to update the general public on the continuation of coordinated operations against ISIS militants across the North East Nigeria, with additional air strike operations successfully executed in the general area of Metele. Following observed convergence and migration of terrorist elements, multiple air strikes were conducted resulting in the…
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PRESS RELEASE COORDINATED STRIKES AND TARGETING OF ISIS TERRORISTS CONTINUE
The Defence Headquarters, in close coordination with United States Africa Command, wish to update the general public on the continuation of coordinated operations against ISIS militants across the North East Nigeria, with additional air strike operations successfully executed in the general area of Metele. Following observed convergence and migration of…
PRESS RELEASE ARMED FORCES OF NIGERIA, IN COLLABORATION WITH UNITED STATES FORCES, NEUTRALIZE SENIOR ISIS COMMANDER
The Armed Forces of Nigeria, in collaboration with United States forces has successfully conducted a meticulously planned and highly coordinated counterterrorism operation resulting in the elimination of Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, a senior ISIS leader and one of the world’s most active terrorists. The precision operation was the result of our recently…
PRESS RELEASE: CDS APPRAISES 2 NATIONAL MISSION FORCE BRIGADE, CHARGES TROOPS TO REDOUBLE EFFORTS IN COMBATING TERRORISM
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede has charged troops of 2 National Mission Force Brigade to redouble their efforts in eradicating the numerous security challenges in their Joint Operations Area (JOA) and Southern Kaduna generally. The CDS gave the charge during his operational visit to the Brigade…
FG PROMISES ADEQUATE SUPPORT TO ARMED FORCES OF NIGERIA, HONOUR FALLEN HEROES, CELEBRATE SERVICE AND EXCELLENCE AT 2026 AFCRD REGIMENTAL DINNER NIGHT
The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) on Tuesday night hosted the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day (AFCRD) Regimental Dinner Night at the Armed Forces Officers’ Mess, Asokoro, Abuja, in an atmosphere marked by solemn remembrance, military tradition and deep camaraderie. Speaking on behalf of the President and Commander-in-Chief…
CDS ASSURES TROOPS OF IMPROVED WELFARE REFORMS……..As he fetes troops in a night of entertainment to celebrate AFCRD 2026.
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede, has assured officers and men of the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) that concrete steps are being taken to improve their overall welfare, describing the process as ongoing and receiving support at the highest level of government. General Oluyede gave the…
GOODWILL MESSAGE BY CHIEF OF DEFENCE STAFF GENERAL OO OLUYEDE AFM NAM CMH GSS psc mni FCM FCMH TSM GOM CCA ON THE OCCASION OF ARMED FORCES CELEBRATION AND REMEMBRANCE DAY 2026
On this solemn and historic occasion of the Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day for Year 2026, we gather as a nation to honour the extraordinary bravery and sacrifices of the men and women of the Armed Forces of Nigeria. This day serves as a poignant reminder of the heavy…
DEFENCE HEADQUARTERS COMMEMORATES ARMED FORCES CELEBRATION AND REMEMBRANCE DAY WITH GOLF KITTY…… As Defence Minister commends the sacrifice of fallen heroes.
The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) on Saturday, 10 January 2026, organized a Golf Kitty at the Tukur Yusuf Buratai International Golf Resort and Country Club, Yar’Adua Barracks, Asokoro, Abuja, as part of activities marking the Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day 2026. The event brought together senior military officers…
AFN HOLDS STRATEGIC SEMINAR TO DEEPEN TRANSFORMATION, INNOVATION AND JOINT OPERATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS
The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) on Tuesday, 16 December 2025, started a high-level strategic seminar aimed at consolidating operational effectiveness through innovation, transformation and enhanced jointness in response to the evolving security landscape across the country. The seminar, themed “Optimising the AFN’s Operational Capabilities through Transformation and Innovation: Issues…
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NYSC TO SANCTION FOREIGN UNIVERSITIES OVER MOBILIZATION OF UNQUALIFIED GRADUATES
Management of National Youth Service Corps under the stewardship of the Director General, Brigadier General Shuaibu Ibrahim has began the…
OPERATION LAFIYA DOLE: AIR TASK FORCE TAKES OUT BOKO HARAM ELEMENTS AT KOTE KURA, BULAMA ISAMARI IN BORNO STATE
In continuation of the series of Air Interdiction missions being conducted to rid the North East of the Country…
DHQ CLARIFIES: NO APPOINTMENT OF ACTING CHIEF OF ARMY STAFF; CALLS FOR MILITARY COUP IS TREASONABLE
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) wishes to clarify that it has not announced the appointment of any senior officer as the…
GEN IRABOR PLEDGES MILITARY COMMITMENT IN ADVANCING COURSE OF PROFESSIONAL BODIES… As NIPR Governing Council Visits DHQ
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Lucky Irabor has reiterated the commitment of the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN)…