By Harriet Tornguvan
Nigeria and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening defence cooperation, enhancing intelligence sharing, and advancing joint efforts to address emerging security challenges.
The agreement was signed in Amman, Jordan, by the Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the Jordanian Armed Forces, Major General Yousef A. Alhnaity.
The MoU establishes a framework for bilateral collaboration in key areas, including intelligence exchange, defence capability development, counter-terrorism operations, joint military training, defence research and industrial cooperation, as well as support for regional and global peace initiatives.
Speaking during the signing ceremony, Matawalle described the agreement as a significant milestone in the growing relationship between both countries, noting that stronger defence partnerships are essential in tackling contemporary security threats.
According to him, Nigeria and Jordan share a common commitment to promoting peace, security, and stability within their respective regions through mutually beneficial cooperation.
“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 underscored the importance of technology transfer as part of the agreement, particularly through the establishment of a defence production line in Nigeria in line with the provisions of the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) Act.
He noted that enhanced collaboration in defence manufacturing and technology would contribute to strengthening Nigeria’s indigenous defence capabilities and support ongoing efforts to modernise the nation’s security architecture.
The agreement further reflects the commitment of both nations to deepen mutual trust, cooperate in good faith, and pursue coordinated action on shared security priorities.
Analysts believe the pact will further bolster Nigeria’s efforts to combat terrorism, insurgency, and other transnational security threats while opening new avenues for defence innovation and military capacity development.
