Tag: #COAS
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QUALITY LEADERSHIP CRITICAL TO ARMY’S OPERATIONAL SUCCESS — COAS
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, says the operational effectiveness of the Nigerian Army depends largely on the quality of leadership provided by its commanders. Shaibu made the assertion in Kaduna while opening the Second Senior Command and Leadership Seminar 2026 at Headquarters 1 Division. The seminar, themed “Strategic Leadership for Effective…
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COAS INAUGURATES CRITICAL CARE CENTRE, HELIPAD, HOUSING PROJECTS IN KADUNA
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has inaugurated a remodeled critical care centre and a newly constructed helipad at the 44 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital in Kaduna. The critical care centre, named after Shaibu in recognition of his contributions to military healthcare and personnel welfare, is equipped with modern medical equipment for…
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COAS PLEDGES STRONGER SUPPORT FOR NIGERIAN ARMY UNIVERSITY BIU
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s commitment to expanding and strengthening the Nigerian Army University Biu (NAUB), with renewed support for infrastructure, academic development and research. Speaking during a meeting with the university’s Governing Council and Management Team in Abuja, Shaibu described NAUB as a strategic institution…
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COAS UNVEILS CENOTAPH TO HONOUR 11 CADETS KILLED IN 1990 TRAINING TRAGEDY
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has unveiled a cenotaph in memory of 11 Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) naval cadets who lost their lives in a boat accident during a military training exercise in Onne, Rivers State, in 1990. Speaking during the wreath-laying ceremony at the Nigerian Navy Basic Training School (NNBTS),…
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ARMY@163: COAS URGES TROOPS TO REMAIN STEADFAST, COMMITTED TO NATIONAL SERVICE
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has urged soldiers to remain steadfast in their commitment to defending Nigeria. He made the call in a goodwill message to the Nigerian army family during the Juma’at prayers held on Friday June 26 as part of activities marking the Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL)…
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COAS COMMENDS TROOPS FOR COURAGE, SACRIFICE IN PLATEAU SECURITY OPERATIONS
Nigeria’s army chief has praised frontline soldiers for their resilience and sacrifice in the ongoing battle against insecurity in Plateau State. The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has lauded troops of the Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace for their dedication and courage in ongoing security operations. Shaibu gave the commendation during…
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CHIEF OF ARMY STAFF SHAIBU PROMISES CONTINUED MILITARY PRESSURE ON CRIMINAL GROUPS IN KOGI AND BEYOND
Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff (COAS), reaffirmed the military’s commitment to sustaining aggressive operations to combat criminal networks threatening security in Kogi State and across the country. Shaibu made this assurance during a courtesy visit from Kogi Governor Usman Ododo at Army Headquarters in Abuja. The COAS pledged enhanced collaboration with state…
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COAS WARNS TROOPS: FAILURE IS NOT AN OPTION IN DECISIVE INSURGENCY PHASE
Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, Chief of Army Staff, has charged troops of Operation HADIN KAI in Maiduguri to gear up for a critical phase in the war against Boko Haram and ISWAP, where success is non-negotiable. Addressing troops, Shaibu revealed the Army’s deployment of battle-tested senior officers and new equipment, promising full support from command. “This…
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NIGERIAN ARMY CHIEF VOWS RELENTLESS OFFENSIVE TO CRUSH INSURGENCY IN NORTH EAST
Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, the Chief of Army Staff, has pledged that Nigerian troops will maintain relentless operations against insurgents until all their support and sanctuaries are eliminated. On his first operational tour of the Theatre Command, Operation Hadin Kai, Shaibu urged soldiers to intensify efforts to crush remaining insurgents and restore lasting peace to the…
