The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, on Tuesday inaugurated a Counter-Terrorism and Counter-Insurgency Village at the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) in Kaduna. The facility, named in honor of the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, aims to enhance the training of cadets in tackling current security challenges in … Read more
Former Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Buratai (Rtd), has said national cohesion remains necessary for peace and unity of the country. Ambassador Burutai said there was critical need for collective and effective leadership at all levels to promote national cohesion in a diverse and multicultural society. He delivered this message at the graduation … Read more
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has pledged to adopt an all-inclusive leadership approach to foster collaborative and effective army to tackle the nation’s security challenges. Oluyede made the pledge while addressing Principal Staff Officers after Regimental Quarter Guard procedure for his formal taking over of command as the 24th … Read more
The Nigerian Army on Monday marked the beginning of a new era with the symbolic lowering and hoisting of the command flag at Army Headquarters, as Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede officially assumed office as the 24th Chief of Army Staff (COAS). Oluyede’s appointment, following the death of his predecessor, Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, was approved by President … Read more