DEFENCE MINISTER INSPECTS NAF HELICOPTER AND FIGHTER JET PRODUCTION IN ITALY
By: Safiya Abdulrahim Dabban
Minister of Defence, Muhammad Badaru Abubakar, inspected defence production facilities of Leonardo S.p.A in Northern Italy during President Bola Tinubu’s visit for the AQABA Process meeting in Rome.
According to his media aide, Mati Ali, the Minister toured assembly lines, observed flight tests, and held technical talks with Leonardo’s top engineers.
The visit reflects President Tinubu’s commitment to boosting Nigeria’s defence capacity through strategic partnerships, advanced training, and international cooperation.