ECOWAS considers integrating AI to improve regional security
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is exploring the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other advanced technologies...
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Nigerian Navy’s second OPV-76 completes sea trials ahead of delivery
The Nigerian Navy has achieved a key milestone in its modernization journey as its second OPV-76 class offshore patrol vessel,...
German Rheinmetall seeks to sell Skyguard Air Defence System to Nigeria
Nigeria's air defense capabilities are increasingly strained by modern aerial threats, prompting a push for modernization. The Nigerian military currently...
EU Donates $52 million security package to Ghana
On Wednesday, the European Union (EU) handed over a €50 million ($52 million) military aid package to Ghana, reinforcing the...
Nigeria’s Air Chief advocates for African solutions to security threats
The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar, has advocated for African-led solutions to local security threats...
United States provides Puma Armoured Vehicles to Ivory Coast
The United States has strengthened its military ties with Côte d’Ivoire by approving the transfer of 12 M36 PUMA armored...
DICON and Gray Insignia to supply firearms to the Nigerian Army
The Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) has announced a joint venture with Gray Insignia Nigeria to develop weapon systems...
Ivory Coast to acquire Thales Ground Master radars in €50 Million deal
The Ivorian Army is set to bolster its defense capabilities by acquiring three GM200 radars from Thales in a deal...
Equatorial Guinea orders Egyptian armoured vehicles in landmark deal
Equatorial Guinea has signed a contract with the Kader Factory for Developed Industries, a part of Egypt's Arab Organization for...
Togo may join AES as French influence wanes
Togo considers joining the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), signalling a shift in regional dynamics and security policies, and a...
Nigeria acquiring military simulators
The Nigerian military is acquiring simulators to enhance their combat competence and improving training regime. In the 2025 budget proposal...
Guinea Junta acquires armoured vehicles from Streit Group, paid with mineral resources
The Guinean military and paramilitary forces have recently received several dozen Streit Group Cougar and Spartan armoured vehicles, acquired under...
Russia continues arming Mali, supplies heavy armored vehicles
Russia continues to arm Malian military forces as they battle terror organizations across the Sahel. Photos and videos were published...
Turkey provides additional COBRAs to Gambia
Turkey has donated 17 COBRA armored vehicles to the Gambian Armed Forces, worth around US$4 million, equivalent to about 280...
Ivory Coast Air Force returns leased Airbus Helicopters amid scrutiny
The Ivory Coast military has recently concluded the lease agreement for three Airbus H125 helicopters, returning the aircraft to their...
Ghana builds naval base, acquires largest naval vessel from Japan
Ghana has commissioned a forward operating base (FOB) and a new naval ship to boost its navy’s capabilities. The West...
Nigeria’s Dornier 228 flies again after 23 years
Engineers from the Nigerian Air Force 431 Engineering Group (Engr Gp), Kaduna has reactivated a Dornier DO-228 aircraft, which had...
Nigeria and China enhances military partnership
Nigeria and China are set to enhance their military collaboration by focusing on training and local arms manufacturing. This partnership...
Burkina Faso receives more Chinese armoured vehicles
The military junta in Burkina Faso has taken delivery of a large quantity of Chinese-manufactured armored vehicles. According to official...
African air force buys Super Tucano aircraft, likely Ghana
Embraer’s A-29 Super Tucano continues to accumulate orders in Africa, capturing a large share of the light attack and manned...
Nigerian Army buys Hulk Armoured Vehicles from Proforce
The Nigerian Army has strengthened its military fleet by acquiring five Hulk armoured vehicles from Nigerian manufacturer Proforce Defence. The...
Project Guardian: Nigeria Acquires 43 Turkish Drones to Enhance Security
The Nigerian government has significantly bolstered its military capabilities by procuring 43 drones as part of Project Guardian, aimed at...
Air Force Chief advocates indigenous solutions during visit to Caverton Helicopters
As part of his operational tour of Nigerian Air Force (NAF) establishments in Lagos, the Chief of the Air Staff...
Nigerian Navy gets first female Pilot
Lt. Changfe Maigari is the first female pilot in the Nigerian Navy since its inception in 1964. Hailing from Langtang...
French troops begin withdrawal from Chad, Mirage 2000D fighter jets fly out
The end of France’s military presence in Chad has commenced with the departure of fighter jets from Kossei airbase in...
