- Nigerian military expansion and anti-terror operations
- Bola Ahmed Tinubu addresses security challenges in the North of Nigeria, with the Nigerian Army providing support and gaining backing from figures like Mohammed Bello Matawalle.
The Defence Minister briefed President Tinubu on the current security situation in Nigeria.
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Updated Oct 16
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What happened
The Defence Minister briefed President Tinubu on the current security situation in Nigeria.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Tinubu directed security agencies to intensify anti-terror efforts after meeting with the Defence Minister.1 source
The Nigerian Army urged President Tinubu on national security matters.1 source
Defence Minister briefs President on security situation.1 source
Musa is nominated by Tinubu to serve as Nigeria's Defence Minister.1 source
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Bola Ahmed Tinubu
12th Governor of Lagos (1999–2007) and President of Nigeria since 2023
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- Tinubu made statements in Abuja while his representative was in Ibadan, and Musa was identified as Minister of Defence.
- Coalition building around Tinubu's presidency is underway.
Coverage
Newest first; wire copies grouped- allafrica.com
- thesun.ngArmy expansion: Security adviser seeks Special Forces status for new 5 Division
- dailytrust.com
- thisdaylive.com
- punchng.com
- silverbirdtv.com