Briech UAS

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE PRESS RELEASE HM Matawalle Visits Briech UAS, Restates FG’s Commitment to Support Local Defence Innovators “It is very impressive to have this large manufacturing facility in Kuje, Abuja, producing indigenous drones, including ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance) and kamikaze-style attack drones,” said the Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Dr. @Bellomatawalle1, MON, during his visit yesterday to Briech UAS, a Nigerian-based premier unmanned aerial systems manufacturer located in Kuje, a suburb of Abuja. During the visit, the Minister was conducted around the facility by the Chairman of the company, Dr. Bright Echefu, who showcased various Nigerian-made drone models. These included the Damisa Combat Drone, designed for intelligence gathering and countering security threats. The Damisa Attack Drone—named after the Hausa word for “tiger”—embodies raw power, precision, and intelligence. Built for unrivalled battlefield dominance with stealth, agility, and lethal precision, it delivers swift and unstoppable performance in the harshest combat environments. Other models displayed included the Arsenio BFLY and Xander Reconnaissance Drones, as well as attack drones capable of neutralizing terrorists in remote and difficult terrains. The company also produces the Arginin Reconnaissance Drone, designed for high-performance reconnaissance and surveillance missions. Speaking during the tour, the Chairman, Mr. Echefu, disclosed that the drones are 100 percent locally produced by Nigerians, emphasizing that the company employs only Nigerian staff. “Our products are produced locally. There is no foreigner in our company; everybody is a Nigerian. We have strong patronage from the Nigerian military, and that is the reason we are growing—because they believe in what we are doing,” Mr. Echefu stated. The Minister reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to supporting local manufacturing companies “The Nigerian government has recognized the need to allow local companies to grow. There are policies in place to assist indigenous companies. The Federal Government has made it mandatory that before looking outside the country, you must first look inward to determine whether there is any company in Nigeria that offers the required services or produces the products you intend to purchase,” he said. He further encouraged Briech UAS to expand its operations, particularly in the production of arms and ammunition, in line with the Presidential agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, aimed at reducing dependence on foreign arms and ammunition production “The Federal Government is ready to patronize and support local manufacturers,” the Minister added. Expressing satisfaction with the company’s operations, the Minister described what he observed as highly impressive. He thanked the Chairman and staff of Briech UAS and assured them of the Federal Government’s continued support. SIGNED: Ahmad Dan-Wudil Personal Assistant on Media Office of the Honourable Minister of State for Defence Ministry of Defence, Abuja 21 February 2026