The Federal Government of Nigeria and the Government of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening bilateral defence cooperation and deepening intelligence sharing between both countries.
The agreement was signed on Sunday in Amman by Nigeria’s Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the Jordanian Armed Forces, Major General Yousef A. Alhnaity.
The MoU establishes a framework for closer collaboration in intelligence sharing, defence capacity building, counterterrorism operations, military training, defence research, and defence industry cooperation.
Under the agreement, both countries will also pursue joint military training programmes, exchange defence expertise, and strengthen strategic cooperation in areas of mutual security interest.
Speaking at the signing ceremony, Matawalle described the agreement as a significant step in the growing defence and diplomatic relations between Nigeria and Jordan.
He said both countries recognised the need for stronger international partnerships to address evolving security threats and promote regional stability.
“Nigeria and Jordan recognise the importance of mutually beneficial cooperation and remain committed to strengthening defence ties for the promotion of peace, security, and stability within our respective regions,” the minister said.
Matawalle also highlighted the importance of technology transfer and local defence manufacturing, particularly through plans to establish a production line factory in Nigeria in line with the provisions of the DICON Act.
According to him, the partnership is expected to support Nigeria’s efforts to boost indigenous defence production capacity and improve military self-reliance.
The agreement reflects the shared commitment of both nations to deepen mutual trust and coordinate responses to emerging security challenges.
