Nigeria, Mali Seal Fresh Security Pact, Renew Commitment To Tackling Regional Threats

Nigeria and Mali have strengthened their defence cooperation and renewed their joint commitment to addressing rising security challenges across West Africa.
This follows a courtesy visit by Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru, to Mali’s Prime Minister, General Abdoulaye Maiga, during the maiden edition of the International Defence and Security Exhibition (BAMEX 2025) in Bamako.
Badaru, who led Nigeria’s delegation to the high-level forum, described Mali’s reception as warm and exemplary. He conveyed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s goodwill message and reaffirmed Nigeria’s readiness to deepen bilateral security ties.
“Nigeria remains committed to working closely with Mali to confront threats that endanger peace in our region,” Badaru said.
He noted that Mali remains a strategic partner, with both countries sharing common security concerns and a mutual desire to strengthen defence collaboration.
Prime Minister Maiga, in his remarks, commended Nigeria’s participation at BAMEX 2025, describing it as proof of the “enduring friendship and mutual respect” between the two nations.
“Our unity is essential as we confront the security issues facing our nations. Nigeria’s partnership remains invaluable,” Maiga stated. He added that BAMEX 2025 provides a vital platform for exchanging defence ideas and innovations capable of building stronger security structures across Africa.
As the exhibition wrapped up, both countries signalled a renewed determination to pool resources, intelligence, and expertise to secure West Africa and address emerging threats.
Senior Nigerian and Malian military officials attended the meeting, including the Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency, top defence officers, and officials of the Nigerian Embassy in Mali, underscoring the strategic significance of the engagement.
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