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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 OO OLUYEDE

CHIEF OF DEFENCE STAFF

MILITARY STRATEGIC PHILOSOPHY

“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.”

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PRESS RELEASE: GENERAL OLUYEDE JOINS OTHER DIGNITARIES AT 2026 AFRICAN CHIEFS OF DEFENCE CONFERENCE, REAFFIRMS NIGERIA’S COMMITMENT TO INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATION TO COMBAT INSECURITY

Defence HQ July 9, 2026 3 Min Read

GENERAL OLUYEDE JOINS OTHER DIGNITARIES AT 2026 AFRICAN CHIEFS OF DEFENCE CONFERENCE, REAFFIRMS NIGERIA'S COMMITMENT TO INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATION TO COMBAT INSECURITY The Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, led Nigeria’s delegation to the 2026 African Chiefs of Defence Conference (ACHOD), held in Luanda, Angola from June 30 to July 2, 2026. The Conference was hosted by the United States…

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Defence HQ July 9, 2026 3 Min Read

PRESS RELEASE: GENERAL OLUYEDE JOINS OTHER DIGNITARIES AT 2026 AFRICAN CHIEFS OF DEFENCE CONFERENCE, REAFFIRMS NIGERIA’S COMMITMENT TO INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATION TO COMBAT INSECURITY

Defence HQ June 30, 2026 3 Min Read

PRESS RELEASE: CHIEF OF DEFENCE STAFF REAFFIRMS NIGERIA’S COMMITMENT TO DEEPENING DEFENCE COOPERATION WITH FRANCE

CHIEF OF DEFENCE STAFF REAFFIRMS NIGERIA'S COMMITMENT TO DEEPENING DEFENCE COOPERATION WITH FRANCE The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede, GCOR, has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening defence cooperation with France following the successful conclusion of the Fifth Nigeria–France High Defence Staff Talks held from 29–30 June 2026…

Defence HQ June 29, 2026 3 Min Read

PRESS RELEASE: DHQ HOSTS AFRICAN UNION MILITARY STAFF COMMITTEE INDUCTION, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO CONTINENTAL PEACE AND SECURITY

DHQ HOSTS AFRICAN UNION MILITARY STAFF COMMITTEE INDUCTION, REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO CONTINENTAL PEACE AND SECURITY The Defence Headquarters (DHQ), today 29 June 2026 in Abuja hosted the Induction and Orientation Programme for members of the Military Staff Committee (MSC) of the African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council (PSC), reaffirming…

Defence HQ June 15, 2026 2 Min Read

PRESS RELEASE: TROOPS RESCUE WIFE OF FORMER DIRECTOR DEFENCE INFORMATION FROM BANDITS’

TROOPS RESCUE WIFE OF FORMER DIRECTOR DEFENCE INFORMATION FROM BANDITS’ Troops of the Nigerian Army with the support of the Nigerian Air Force have successfully rescued Mrs Amina Abubakar, wife of the late Major General Rabe Abubakar and former Director Defence Information, who was abducted by bandits alongside her husband…

Defence HQ May 22, 2026 1 Min Read

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…

Defence HQ May 22, 2026 3 Min Read

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…

Defence HQ May 22, 2026 3 Min Read

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…

Defence HQ January 14, 2026 3 Min Read

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…