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NIGERIA AND GERMANY DEEPEN MILITARY TIES THROUGH UPDATED DEFENSE PACT
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Abuja witnessed the strengthening of bilateral defense relations as Nigeria and Germany signed a renewed Memorandum of Understanding on Friday, March 28, 2025. The signing ceremony at Ship House marked the continuation of a 12-year defense partnership that undergoes quadrennial review between the two nations. Ambassador Gabriel Tanimu Aduda, Permanent Secretary of Nigeria’s Ministry of Defence, characterized the agreement as a vital framework for mutual security cooperation during his address. “This renewed pact exemplifies our nations’ shared commitment to advancing defense capabilities while pursuing common security objectives,” Aduda stated. The senior defense official outlined Nigeria’s implementation strategy, emphasizing rigorous oversight mechanisms. “We will enforce strict compliance with timelines while ensuring transparent procurement processes that deliver optimal value,” Aduda assured attendees. The Permanent Secretary further highlighted the agreement’s role in facilitating technical exchanges and capacity-building initiatives. Germany’s Defense Attaché Colonel Boris Bovekemp echoed these sentiments, noting the agreement’s significance in contemporary security landscapes. “Our enduring military partnership with Nigeria continues to evolve, addressing current defense challenges through structured cooperation,” Bovekemp remarked. The German officer specifically cited counterterrorism and personnel training as key focus areas under the renewed terms. Aduda later stressed the symbolic importance of the ceremony, describing it as “a testament to the growing strategic alignment between our defense establishments.” The Permanent Secretary confirmed Nigeria’s intention to fully leverage the agreement’s provisions for enhanced national security. This latest iteration of the Nigeria-Germany defense pact introduces updated provisions for joint training programs, technical assistance, and security technology transfer. The agreement maintains its traditional focus on fostering military professionalism while incorporating new measures for cybersecurity collaboration.