Emmanuel Daudu
In a significant move to bolster international defence ties, Nigeria and Germany are set to strengthen their collaboration through a new cycle of projects initiated by the German Technical Advisory Group (GTAG).
This was disclosed by Dr. Ibrahim Abubakar Kana, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Defence, during a high-level meeting with GTAG representatives in Abuja on Friday.
The meeting, held at Ship House, was led by Dr. Kana and Mr. Marcus Ohm, head of the German delegation.
Speaking on the development, Dr. Kana expressed optimism about the renewed partnership. “I am happy with the acceptance of the new project circle, and I promise we are going to sustain it,” he affirmed.
Dr. Kana also shed light on Nigeria’s proactive measures since GTAG’s last visit, noting the establishment of a comprehensive framework to guide defence projects.
The Defence Headquarters, he added, has been tasked with identifying initiatives that align with this framework to ensure effective coordination, planning, and execution.
Central to the discussions was the modernization of the Nigerian Armed Forces.
Dr. Kana emphasized key priorities, including enhanced security intelligence sharing, equipment upgrades, capacity building, and active involvement of Nigerian personnel in project planning and implementation to ensure sustainability.
Echoing this sentiment, Mr. Ohm expressed satisfaction with Nigeria’s progress, stating, “The project is going in the right direction.”
He pledged Germany’s unwavering commitment to delivering impactful and sustainable defence initiatives in Nigeria.
The meeting underscored the mutual benefits of the Nigeria-Germany defence partnership, with both sides reiterating their dedication to transparency, collaboration, and achieving strategic security goals.
This renewed cooperation comes at a critical time when nations are increasingly prioritizing international partnerships to address emerging global security challenges.
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