Super Eagles of Nigeria ๐ณ๐ฌ Legend Mikel Obi said: "When I got my first salary at Chelsea, I bought a Range Rover. Josรฉ Mourinho saw it and told me to return it. He told me to get a Mini Cooper, Jose Mourinho made me who I am today."
Consulting and Supply International Ltd joins ALFF 2026 as Industry Partner, bringing global defence and logistics expertise to Africa's premier land forces forum.
๐ 4โ6 July 2026
๐ Port Harcourt
๐ https://t.co/sApzh09f43
#ALFF2026#CSI#DefenceIndustry
My stepfather was indeed a great warlord. It was nice seeing the Sierra Leone Army Chief at the just concluded NADCEL 2026 where ww talked alot about my stepfather.
Maj Gen Lawrence Kwaku Gbetanu, Chief of the Army Staff, received Mr Fadi Bahsoun, Chief Executive Officer of Consulting and Supply International (headquartered in Nigeria) at his office in Burma Camp on Thursday 16 July 2026, to discuss future cooperation.
NADCEL 2026: COAS RALLIES AFRICAN ARMY CHIEFS IN PORT HARCOURT, DRIVES UNIFIED FRONT AGAINST CONTINENTAL SECURITY THREATS
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has convened African Army Chiefs and key defence stakeholders in Port Harcourt for the Third African Land Forces Forum, held in conjunction with the Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL) 2026, in a bold move to strengthen continental security cooperation.
In his welcome address on Sunday, 5 July 2026, the COAS described it as a distinct honour to host military leaders from across Africa, including Angola, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Congo-Brazzaville, Ghana, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania, Morocco, Namibia, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Tanzania, The Gambia, Uganda and Zimbabwe. He noted that their presence underscores a shared resolve to deepen unity, enhance collective security and promote lasting peace across the continent.
Lieutenant General Shaibu highlighted the significance of integrating the African Land Forces Forum into NADCEL 2026, stating that the convergence provides a unique platform to celebrate the Nigerian Armyโs legacy while fostering stronger ties with regional and continental partners. He recalled that the Nigerian Army, established in 1863 as the Glover Hausas, has evolved into one of Africaโs most capable land forces, while NADCEL, first observed in 1978, remains a solemn tribute to fallen heroes and a reaffirmation of the Armyโs enduring commitment to professionalism, discipline and national service.
Speaking on the essence of the Forum, the COAS explained that it was conceived as a strategic platform to promote dialogue, collaboration and experience-sharing among African armies. He emphasized that its core objective is to strengthen interoperability, build enduring partnerships and develop coordinated responses to common threats such as terrorism, insurgency and transnational organised crime.
He stressed that Africaโs security challenges are increasingly complex and transnational, requiring collective action beyond national boundaries. Drawing from Nigeriaโs experience in Counter-Terrorism and Counter-Insurgency operations against Boko Haram and other extremist groups, he noted that adaptive strategies, intensive training, effective use of air power and the Multinational Joint Task Force have contributed significantly to degrading insurgent capabilities and reclaiming territories within the Lake Chad Basin.
Lieutenant General Shaibu further disclosed that the Forum will feature exhibitions showcasing modern defence technologies, indigenous innovations and military equipment, aimed at promoting capability development, knowledge exchange and strategic partnerships among participating nations.
He urged delegates to fully leverage the opportunity for robust engagement and collaboration, while assuring them of Nigeriaโs hospitality and commitment to advancing shared security interests. He welcomed all participants to Port Harcourt and expressed confidence that the deliberations would yield practical outcomes towards a more secure and stable Africa.
APPOLONIA ANELE
Colonel
Acting Director Army Public Relations
5 July 2026
JUSTICE FOR UMMUKHAIRI
The Kaduna State Commissioner of Police went on the Berekete Family show to boldly deny that the DPO released Ummukhairi to the bloodthirsty mob that brutally murdered her.
But lies cannot erase the truth
Look at this video evidence. It clearly captures the exact moment the DPO escorted her out and handed her directly over to her killers. He delivered her straight to her death!
We are urgently calling on the Kaduna State Government and the Federal Government of Nigeria to act immediately. This DPO must not go free! Bring him to justice now
#JusticeForUmmukhairi
@MobilePunch This story is one of the many jungle justice we hear about. So sad to hear that the DPO made such a decision to hand her over to the angry mob. He totally forgot what he swore to protect.
@najeebismail1@PremiumTimesng While reserving the top slots in Regular Combatant (RC) enlistment for individuals from non-military backgrounds is my perspective, I believe taxpayers' money should not be squandered.
@najeebismail1@PremiumTimesng My good man there are other types of enlistment into the armed forces include the Short Service Combatant (SSC), Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC), Direct Regular Combatant (DRC), and the Executive Commission, which can be used to recruit a larger number of Nigerians.
@usmansalisu222@PremiumTimesng I strongly agree with you on this. The government already spends millions training just one boy soldier. Then to let all that training waste is not in the best interest of 'investing' in someone.
@DefenseNigeria My step father was indeed a hero. I saw him from two different perspectives one, as a son the other as a leader and soldier as I served also in the Nigerian army.
Brigadier General Maxwell Mitikushe Khobe. The only Nigerian General to serve as Chief of Defence Staff in another country. In Sierra-Leone, his name is history. Streets were named after him.
In August 1997, following a military coup in Sierra-Leone that ousted President Ahmad Tejan Kabbah, Khobe was appointed commander of the ECOMOG peacekeeping force in Sierra-Leone Under his leadership, ECOMOG undertook a series of operations to reinstate the legitimate government. His command was marked by strategic offensives that targeted rebel strongholds and weakened their grip on key territories.
A significant milestone was the successful assault on Freetown in February 1998. This operation led to the outsting of Major Johnny Paul Koroma's junta and facilitated the reinstatement of President Kabbah.
Following the restoration of the civilian government, Khobe was appointed Chief of Defence Staff of Sierra-Leone in April 1998. He focused on restoring the Sierra-Leone military, integrating former combatants and establishing frameworks to prevent future insurrection.
On April 18, 2000, Brigadier General Maxwell Khobe passed away. To honor his legacy, Nigeria named a major cantonment in Jo's after him.
@gtbank_help Hello, I wanted to report a double deduction that was carried out on my account for a hotel reservation service of which I never benefitted from @agoda
This government took over with about $3bn & within the first tenure, grew it to this. This is an impressive turn around, even though life hasn't been easy for Nigerians but Mr President said this already at the start of his tenure.
HeadsUp!
Nigeria's external reserves hit record high of $50.04bn, driven by the various Monetary Policies of the President Tinubu-led administration.
#BelieveInPBAT#TrustTheProcess