In a significant move to deepen bilateral military cooperation, Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa, OFR, paid an official visit to the Slovak Ministry of Defence Headquarters in Bratislava on Friday, 23 May 2025.
The Nigerian CDS and his delegation were warmly received by the Slovak Chief of Defence Staff, General Daniel Zmeko, along with other senior Slovak defence officials.
The visit was officially confirmed in a statement signed by Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, Director Defence Information.
Upon arrival, General Musa was honoured with a colourful guard of honour which he inspected before proceeding to a closed-door meeting.
The Nigerian and Slovak teams held extensive bilateral discussions focused on strengthening defence relations between the two nations.
Key areas of discussion included military training, capacity building, and the acquisition of defence equipment. Both parties also explored opportunities for technology transfer, innovation, and strategies to enhance defence production capabilities.
The two military chiefs emphasized the need for deeper collaboration in addressing global and regional security threats, with General Musa commending Slovakia for its support and identifying areas for joint defence industrialization.
In response, General Zmeko lauded Nigeria’s resilience and leadership in regional security efforts and reaffirmed Slovakia’s commitment to continued partnership.