Theophilus Danjuma
Theophilus Danjuma is a retired Nigerian Army General and former Minister of Defense known for his significant role in Nigeria's military and political landscape. He was instrumental in several key military operations during Nigeria's civil war and later became a prominent political figure, advocating for democratic governance. His criticism of former military ruler Ibrahim Babangida's transition to civilian rule highlights his commitment to democracy, as he viewed Babangida's strategies as deceptive and counterproductive to Nigeria's political evolution.
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The Founder and Chairman Emeritus of TY Danjuma Foundation, Lt Gen Theophilus Danjuma, expressed pride in partnering with WHO to advance Nigeria’s health priorities.
WHO, TY Danjuma Foundation sign $2.26m agreement to boost health
Nigeria· 2025-06-03
Former Minister of Defence, Theophilus Danjuma, has called for self-help to end insecurity, indicating a loss of confidence in the current leadership.
Security expert slams defence minister over rising insecurityNigeria· 2025-04-22
The call by a former Chief of Army Staff, Theophilus Danjuma, on Nigerians to defend themselves against armed attackers has divided northern states.
Tinubu to meet service chiefs over rising killingsNigeria· 2025-04-22
Former Minister of Defence, Lt. Gen. Theophilus Danjuma (retd.), has called on Nigerians to rise and defend themselves.
Shettima visits Plateau today, Danjuma calls for self-defenceNigeria· 2025-04-21
Lt. Gen. Theophilus Danjuma (retd.) urged Nigerians to defend themselves against bandits and criminals.
Senate drafting law on state police, says BamideleNigeria· 2025-04-20
Theophilus Danjuma is another senior general who described Babangida’s transition process as 'silly experiments and gimmicks'.
Futile effort to rewrite June 12 historyNigeria· 2025-02-27
