ASHENEWS reports that the Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has called for a partnership between the Federal University Dutse (FUD) in Jigawa State and the Ministry of Defence on conflict resolution and research in military equipment production and repair through the Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON).
During a meeting with the Vice Chancellor of FUD, Professor Abdulkarim Sabo Mohammed, and the University’s management staff at Ship House in Abuja, the Minister emphasized the importance of partnership in conflict resolution studies and research for defence hardware production.
He stated that the Ministry is open to potential collaborations with FUD and other indigenous companies.
“With our DICON Bill, we are encouraging our indigenous companies to be involved in the production of weapons, ammunition, and spare parts for our military hardware,” the Minister said.
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The Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) is responsible for the production of military equipment and hardware for the Nigerian Armed Forces.
Its primary objective is to achieve self-sufficiency in military equipment production, reduce reliance on foreign suppliers, and enhance Nigeria’s defence capabilities.
The Minister praised the Vice Chancellor for his leadership and innovations, urging for sustained collaboration for the national benefit.
In response, the Vice Chancellor of Federal University Dutse, Professor Abdulkarim Sabo Mohammed, congratulated the Minister on his achievements and acknowledged his contributions to the University’s development during and after his tenure as the Governor of Jigawa State.
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He highlighted the establishment of the University’s Teaching Hospital and other flagship structures as significant milestones.
“Your contributions to the development of our University as the Executive Governor of Jigawa State are enormous and unprecedented, and your continued contributions to date are greatly appreciated,” Professor Mohammed said.
