Monday, July 13, 2026

Chief of Army Staff (COAS)

March 7, 2026

Army moves troops to new Kaduna accommodation

Mr Wase stressed the need for soldiers to maintain a strong maintenance culture to preserve the newly constructed facility.

newly constructed accommodation block at Ribadu Cantonment in Kaduna State
February 23, 2026

Army chief urges officers to integrate technology tools for battlespace operations

The COAS said the training would sharpen participants’ ability to leverage technology as a central driver of practical, decisive operational plans.

Waidi Shaibu
February 4, 2026

Nigeria, France pledge deeper military collaboration on security 

The COAS commended France for its continued collaboration with the Nigerian Army.

Nigeria, France pledge deeper military collaboration on security
January 20, 2026

Army chief urges officers to leverage technology for enhanced inspection, compliance

The army chief said technological innovation was crucial to operational success in today’s digital age.

The new COAS, Maj.- Gen. Waidi Shaibu
January 20, 2026

Treat terrorists as enemies of state, Gov. Mutfwang tells Nigerian military

Mr Mutfwang urged the military hierarchy not to relent but to intensify efforts towards a safer Nigeria.

Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang and Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shuaibu
January 15, 2026

Swiss envoy pledges enhanced non-kinetic support for Nigerian army

The envoy underscored the longstanding diplomatic relations between Switzerland and Nigeria.

December 27, 2025

Army chief orders troops to sustain offensive against bandits, terrorists

Mr Shaibu further reassured the troops of his unwavering commitment to their welfare.

The new COAS, Maj.- Gen. Waidi Shaibu
December 24, 2025

Army starts construction of modern housing project for 1,800 personnel

He said the project was part of the collective effort to improve the morale and welfare of officers and soldiers.

December 22, 2025

Hunt bandits, criminals in South-West’s forests, bushes, COAS charges troops

The COAS directed the troops to take the fight to criminal hideouts.

Nigerian troops
December 18, 2025

Army chief vows to prioritise personnel training for improved operations

Mr Shaibu said the conference was to serve as a medium to critically assess the Nigerian Army’s operational and administrative performance throughout 2025.

The new COAS, Maj.- Gen. Waidi Shaibu