Tuesday, May 19, 2026

COAS

April 18, 2026

COAS inaugurates 120 flats, solar-powered boreholes for troops in Kaduna

Mr Shu’aibu urged the beneficiaries to take ownership of the facilities by ensuring proper maintenance and preventing vandalism.

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March 28, 2026

COAS hails troops’ discipline, professionalism, urges continued operational readiness 

Mr Shuaibu added that adherence to established procedures and accurate documentation were essential to effective operations.

Waidi Shaibu
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 1, 2026

Volleyball federation promises hitch-free Super Cup ahead of Monday kickoff

The tournament is scheduled to run from February 2 to 9, after which all clubs are expected to depart Abuja.

NVBF
January 6, 2026

Army chief visits former heads of state, pledges stronger security in Niger

Mr Shaibu said the Nigerian Army was consolidating resources and leveraging technology to tackle insecurity in the state.

Army chief 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 19, 2025

Army inaugurates affordable housing estate for soldiers in Ibadan

He added that access to decent housing was a critical component of troop welfare.

The new COAS, Maj.- Gen. Waidi Shaibu
December 13, 2025

Nigerian Army to establish new training depot in Abakaliki: COAS

The COAS said the Abakaliki depot will soon become operational and will further support the army’s strategic plan to surge troop strength.

The new COAS, Maj.- Gen. Waidi Shaibu
December 11, 2025

COAS seeks traditional support for military operations

Mr Akiolu lauded the COAS for his leadership and commitment to peace. 

Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu with Oba Rilwan Akiolu
November 6, 2025

Army chief pledges improved welfare, sound administration for soldiers

The army chief says the aim is to sustain morale and enhance operational efficiency.

The new COAS, Maj.- Gen. Waidi Shaibu