The Minister of Defense, Badaru Abubakar, has declared intentions to enhance defense collaboration with the European Union to address terrorism and tackle banditry within the nation.
On Monday, during a meeting held at the Ministry of Defense headquarters in Abuja, it was revealed by the Director of Peace Partnership and Crisis Management Department from the European External Action Service, based in Brussels.
On Monday, following the meeting, Mati Ali, the Personal Assistant on Media and Publicity to the Minister, announced that the discussions focused on enhancing collaboration in security efforts, especially concerning counter-terrorism.
He said, “This development is significant, given the regional security challenges facing Nigeria and its neighbors.
“Strengthening defense cooperation with the EU could provide Nigeria with access to advanced military equipment, training, and strategic support.
“Badaru’s call for strengthened defense ties aims to bolster Nigeria’s efforts to combat terrorism and banditry.
“We need to work deeply on our security and defense collaboration and relationship.”
