Tag: Chief of Army Staff (COAS)
Fighting spirit key to victory, not weapons alone — COAS
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, says superior weapons and advanced technologies alone do not guarantee victory on the battlefield without...
COAS says misinformation now security threat
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, says misinformation and hostile propaganda have become major security threats, underscoring the need for stronger...
COAS tasks Warrant Officers Academy graduates on national security, operational excellence
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shu’aibu, has charged graduates of Warrant Officers Academy Course 47 to apply the knowledge and skills...
Army chief tasks commanders on measurable operational outcomes
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has charged commanders to translate deliberations from the Nigerian Army’s first bi-annual conference into measurable...
COAS pays tribute to fallen heroes, reaffirms troops’ welfare drive
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, on Monday paid tribute to fallen heroes and reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s commitment to enhanced...
Army aviation playing decisive role in operations — COAS
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, says Nigerian Army Aviation is now playing a decisive role in ongoing operations, significantly enhancing...
COAS charges RSMs on stronger regimentation, ethical conduct among troops
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shu’aibu, has charged 250 Regimental Sergeant Majors (RSMs) to strengthen discipline, mentorship and professional standards to...
COAS unveils 120 flats, solar boreholes for troops in Kaduna
Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shu’aibu, on Friday inaugurated four blocks of 120 flats and a 60,000-litre solar-powered borehole for soldiers at...
Better training, smarter career planning key to operational success – COAS
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Waidi Shaibu, has called for intensified training and structured career planning to enhance the operational effectiveness of the...
Army boosts counter-terrorism readiness with new simulation training
Abuja, March 10, 2026 (NAN) The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, says success in counter-terrorism operations was no longer determined by...
Efficient career planning key to tackling security challenges– COAS
Abuja, March 10, 2026 (NAN) The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, says efficient career planning and management of officers in the...
Army highlights nurses’ impact on security, healthcare systems
Kaduna, March 9, 2026 (NAN) The Nigerian Army Medical Corps has commenced the first stream of 2026 Mandatory Continuing Professional Development Programme (MCPDP) for...
COAS orders sustained onslaught against criminal elements in Benue
Abuja, March 4, 2026 (NAN) The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has directed troops of Joint Task Force Operation WHIRL STROKE...
COAS tasks Army Special Forces on decisive dominance against terrorists
Abuja, March 3, 2026 (NAN) The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has charged troops of the 4 Special Forces Command to...
COAS tasks officers to integrate advance technology tools to battlespace planning...
Ibadan, Feb. 23, 2026 (NAN) The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has tasked officers on the operational planning cadre to integrate...
COAS advocates strong policy backing for sustainable veterans’ welfare
Abuja, Feb. 19, 2026 (NAN) The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu says sustainable welfare for military veterans must be anchored on...
Tinubu celebrates Ihejirika at 70, reiterates commitment to state police
Umuahia, Feb. 14, 2026 (NAN) President Bola Tinubu has congratulated former Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Azubuike Ihejirika (rtd), on his 70th birthday, describing...
