Ministry of National Defence

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) of Nigeria is a government agency established on 1st October 1958, responsible for overseeing the country's defence profile through supervision of the Defence Headquarters, Nigerian Army, Navy, and Air Force. It provides administrative and support services to maintain a modern, professional, and mission-ready Armed Forces for national defence, maritime interests, airspace protection, and contributions to peacekeeping worldwide. Key capabilities include human resource management, procurement, planning, joint services coordination, and welfare provisions for military personnel.