The maiden African Chiefs of Defence Staff Summit (ACDSS) officially commenced in Abuja, bringing together defence leaders from across the continent for a landmark gathering focused on strengthening regional security collaboration.

The summit’s opening ceremony, held at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre, marked a significant milestone in African defence cooperation. It convened Chiefs of Defence Staff from numerous African nations, setting the tone for intensive discussions on emerging threats and strategic collaboration.

The summit explored critical themes such as counter-terrorism, cyber vulnerability, maritime security, and the development of indigenous defence capabilities. This commencement signaled the beginning of a unified African effort toward addressing the evolving security landscape, laying the foundation for sustained continental engagement.