Tag: #Military
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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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ARMY STRENGTHENS WELFARE, PREPARES SENIOR OFFICERS FOR POST-SERVICE CAREERS
The Nigerian Army has strengthened its personnel welfare programme with the launch of a career transition initiative designed to prepare senior officers for productive lives and careers after military service. The Senior Executive Career Transition Programme (SECTP), Cohort 2, organised by the Nigerian Army Heritage and Future Centre, is aimed at equipping officers with skills…
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COAS PLEDGES MORE MODERN AIRCRAFT, INFRASTRUCTURE FOR ARMY AVIATION
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s commitment to strengthening its Aviation Command through sustained investment in modern air platforms and infrastructure to boost operations against bandits and terrorists across the country. Speaking on Tuesday July 21, during the inauguration of the Coordinator, Nigerian Army Aviation residence and…
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NIGERIA ARMY DISOWNS FAKE SHORT SERVICE RECRUITMENT ADVERT
The Nigerian Army has warned the public against a fake advertisement circulating online, inviting applications for the Short Service Combatant Commission (SSC) Course 50/2027. The Army described the notice as false, fraudulent and unauthorised, urging prospective applicants to ignore it. In a statement, the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Col. Appolonia Anele, stressed that…
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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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NADCEL 2026: NIGERIAN ARMY REASSURES CITIZENS OF READINESS TO TACKLE INSECURITY
The Nigerian Army has assured Nigerians of its unwavering commitment and capacity to overcome the country’s security challenges, urging citizens to continue supporting ongoing military operations nationwide. The assurance was given by the Commander of 4 Brigade, Brig.-Gen. Ahmed Balogun, after leading officers and soldiers on a 10-kilometre route march in Benin as part of…
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PHYSICAL FITNESS KEY TO MILITARY READINESS AND OPERATIONAL SRENGTH
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has stressed that physical fitness is key to the combat readiness and operational effectiveness of the Armed Forces of Nigeria. He made this known during the Second Quarter 2026 Armed Forces Route March held in Abuja, where he was represented by the Chief of Defence Policy…
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ARMY AVIATION NOW PLAYING KEY ROLE IN OPERATIONS — COAS
The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, says Nigerian Army Aviation is playing an increasingly important role in ongoing military operations across different parts of the country. Speaking at the Chief of Army Staff First Bi-Annual Conference 2026 in Abuja, he said the use of air assets alongside ground troops has improved mobility, rapid…
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AMTRIGG, ALHUSNA WIN AT EX-CNS GAMBO 60TH BIRTHDAY POLO EXHIBITION IN ABUJA
A commemorative polo exhibition match has been held in Abuja to celebrate the 60th birthday of former Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Adm. AZ Gambo (Rtd). The event took place at the Nigerian Army Polo Resort/Guards Polo Club, featuring AMTRIGG and Alhusna teams as winners in their respective categories. Alhusna won 2–0 against Kangal, while…
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NDA DISMISSES VIRAL CADET SANCTIONS REPORTS AS UNAUTHORISED
Kaduna — The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) has distanced itself from viral reports detailing sanctions against some cadets, describing the publications as unauthorised. The academy clarified that disciplinary actions followed routine Commandant’s Orders—a standard military process for handling infractions. While confirming that some cadets were dismissed or withdrawn after being found guilty, NDA stressed it…
