The Ministry of Defence has handed over 20 newly acquired Armored Personnel Carriers to the Defence Headquarters to enhance the professional capabilities of troops of the Nigerian Armed Forces.

This was made known in a statement by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr IBRAHIM KANA, in Abuja.

The Armored Personnel Carriers were handed over to the Chief of Defence Staff, General CHRISTOPHER MUSA.

In his remarks at the handing-over event, Dr KANA said that the step was geared towards strengthening the nation’s defence capabilities to effectively address emerging security challenges.

According to him, this handover marks a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to strengthen the operational readiness of our Armed Forces.

Similarly in his remarks, the Chief of Defence Staff emphasized their strategic importance in enhancing the Armed Forces’ ability to respond swiftly and decisively to security threats.

According to General MUSA, with the acquisition of these 20 Armored Personnel Carriers, the Nigerian Armed Forces are better equipped to tackle the challenges of the modern security landscape and uphold peace and stability across the nation.