Andrey Belousov, Russian Minister of Defence (L) and Gen. Christopher Musa, CDS of Nigeria.
The Russian Federation, has declaed its preparedness to provide the necessary military assistance to the Nigeria Armed Forces. Andrey Belousov, Russian Minister of Defence, gave this assurance when the Chief of Defence Staff of Nigeria (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, paid him a courtesy visit in Moscow.
The Director, Defence Information, Brig.-Gen. Tukur Gusau, said the visit was aimed at reiterating Nigeria’s solidarity with the Federation on its 80th Victory Day Commemoration, in honour of Russian heroes who paid the ultimate price during World War II.
He added that the visit was highly rewarding, as it enabled the CDS to reaffirm Nigeria’s commitment to military cooperation with the Russian Federation.
He said it also provided an opportunity for the CDS to outline the operational needs of the Nigerian Armed Forces, which Russia could potentially support.
Said Gusau: “The Russian Defence minister expressed appreciation for the visit, noting that, in line with the Military Technical cooperation, Russia was prepared to provide the necessary military assistance to the Armed Forces of Nigeria.
“He also stated the outcomes of subsequent engagements, such as the meeting of the Inter-governmental Working Group and the Armed Forces of Nigeria”.
