Nigeria, Jordan Sign Defence Pact On Intelligence Sharing

Nigeria, Jordan Sign Defence Pact On Intelligence Sharing

By Muhammad Faruk Bayu, Gombe

Nigeria and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening defence cooperation and improving intelligence sharing between both countries.

The agreement was signed in Amman, Jordan, by Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the Jordanian Armed Forces, Major General Yousef A. Alhnaity.

According to a statement from the Ministry of Defence, the MoU provides a framework for cooperation in intelligence exchange, defence capability development, counter-terrorism operations, joint military training, defence research and industry.

The agreement also seeks to promote mutual support in advancing regional and global peace and security.

Speaking during the signing ceremony, Dr. Matawalle described the agreement as a major milestone in the relationship between Nigeria and Jordan.

He said stronger defence cooperation had become necessary as countries continue to face evolving security challenges, including terrorism and other transnational crimes.

“Nigeria and Jordan recognise the value of mutually beneficial cooperation and remain committed to deepening defence ties to promote peace, security and stability within our respective regions,” the minister said.

Matawalle also stressed the importance of technology transfer, noting that the partnership could support the establishment of a defence production line in Nigeria in line with the provisions of the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) Act.

According to him, the initiative will help strengthen local defence manufacturing and improve Nigeria’s military capabilities.

The Ministry of Defence said the agreement reflects the commitment of both nations to deepen mutual trust, enhance collaboration and work together in addressing shared security concerns.

Officials added that the partnership would further support efforts aimed at improving regional security and strengthening international cooperation against terrorism and other emerging threats.