The Nigerian government and its Iranian counterparts have intensified the process to strengthen Military diplomatic relations.
The governments of the two countries have sealed a strong partnership in their Armed forces for mutual benefits.
Minister of Defence Bashir Magashi hosted the Iranian Ambassador Mohammed Alibak on Wednesday at the Ministry of Defence Headquarters, Abuja.
Magashi stressed that Nigeria was taking note of real allies and their support in the country’s quest to tackle terrorism and banditry.
He further revealed that the proposals for improved military ties between the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the Islamic Republic of Iran alluded to the saying, “friend in need is a friend indeed”
Magashi urged the Alibak to come up with implementable templates that will emplace robust engagements between the Armed Forces of the two countries.
The Iranian ambassador, who came into the company of his political adviser Mostafa Majdara thanked the minister for providing partnership direction between the two countries.
The ambassador promised to key into the new plans that will attract a win-win outcome, including the Nigerian delegation’s visit to Iran for assessment of the fighting equipment being offered to Nigeria on a business basis.
Meanwhile. Magashi has also inaugurated a committee to plan the hosting of the 6th Edition of the Nigeria-South Africa Defence Forum (DEFCOM) in October.
The forum promotes civil-military relations and formulates procedures for military cooperation between respective Armed Forces.