Army Chief Reaffirms Commitment to Transforming Nigerian Military

Olufemi Olatunbosu Oluyede has reaffirmed his commitment to transforming the Nigerian Army into a combat-ready force capable of addressing the nation’s security challenges.

He made this known during the Senior Command and Leadership Seminar held in Lafia, Nasarawa state on Tuesday at the Taal Conference Hall, where he was represented by Major General Abubakar Sadiq Indalolo, Chief of Training in the Nigerian Army.

Declaring the seminar open, Major General Indalolo conveyed the Army Chief’s message, emphasizing the significance of the training in enhancing operational command and leadership within a joint security environment.

“The Chief of Army Staff considers his absence a missed opportunity to engage with key actors in the realization of his command philosophy. However, he sends his sincere appreciation for your dedication and commitment to service on the front lines,” he stated.

According to him, the seminar aims to equip operational commanders and senior military leaders with the necessary skills to navigate the complexities of modern security threats.

“The theme of this year’s seminar, Enhancing Operational Level Command and Leadership within a Joint Environment, aligns with the Chief’s vision of consolidating the transformation of the Nigerian Army,” Indalolo noted. “This transformation is geared toward building a well-motivated and combat-ready force capable of fulfilling its constitutional responsibilities in a multi-agency environment.”

Highlighting efforts to improve the Army’s operational capabilities, he revealed plans for the establishment of a Special Forces School in Doma to enhance training to international standards.

He further urged participants to fully engage in discussions, exchange best practices, and embrace innovative ideas in line with global security trends.

“The security challenges we face today are dynamic, evolving beyond national borders and agency domains. It is, therefore, essential to strengthen collaboration with other security agencies, civil society organizations, and traditional institutions,” he emphasized.

The Commander of Army Headquarters in Doma, Major General Hilary Nzan, in his welcome address, stressed the importance of the seminar in equipping senior military officers with the necessary competencies to enhance the Army’s operational efficiency.

“This seminar provides an opportunity to reinforce the Chief of Army Staff’s command philosophy, which is centered on consolidating the transformation of the Nigerian Army,” he said. “It will also serve as a platform for commanders to learn from each other’s experiences and reaffirm the Army’s commitment to upholding human rights principles.”

He added that the lectures would focus on leadership complexities, strategic command responsibilities, and innovative strategies to address modern security threats.

The Governor of Nasarawa State, Abdullahi Sule, who was represented by his deputy, Dr. Emmanuel Akabe, commended the Nigerian Army for its role in safeguarding the state and the country at large.

“We appreciate the efforts of the military in ensuring stability in Nasarawa State. The presence of the Army Headquarters in Doma has contributed significantly to maintaining peace and security in the region,” Akabe stated.

He urged the participants to take the seminar seriously, emphasizing its importance in tackling the evolving security challenges in the country.

The seminar, attended by senior military officers, government officials, and traditional rulers, is part of the Nigerian Army’s ongoing efforts to enhance operational leadership and improve synergy among security agencies.