The Governments of Nigeria and Germany have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral defence cooperation with the signing of a renewed Memorandum of Understanding
By Sumaila Ogbaje
The Governments of Nigeria and Germany have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral defence cooperation with the signing of a renewed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the German Technical Advisory Group (GTAG).
This is contained in a statement issued by Mr Sunday Iyogu, a Principal Information Officer in the minister’s office on Friday in Abuja.
Speaking at the siging ceremony, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence, Amb. Gabriel Aduda, described the MoU as a strategic counterpart funding arrangement that underscored the strong defence ties between both nations.
Aduda emphasised that the renewed agreement aligned with Nigeria and Germany’s shared objectives, fostering long-term security collaboration and developmental goals.
He reiterated the Nigerian government’s commitment to ensuring accountability, and efficiency in the implementation of the agreement.
He said that adherence to strict timelines and rigorous monitoring would be prioritised to guarantee the effective execution of all agreed engagements.
The permanent secretary assured that all procurement aspects of the agreement would undergo thorough evaluation to ensure value for money.
On his part, the German Defence Attaché to Nigeria, Col. Boris Bovekemp, reaffirmed Germany’s unwavering commitment to enhancing cooperation in key areas, particularly in defence, security, and capacity-building initiatives.
Bovekemp commended the enduring partnership between Nigeria and Germany and reiterated the importance of strengthening existing agreements to address evolving security challenges.
The renewed MoU marks another milestone in the Nigeria-Germany defence partnership, reinforcing mutual efforts to enhance security, capacity development, and technical cooperation. (NAN)
