The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, alongside former Service Chiefs and senior military officers, on Sunday, 9 November 2025, paid glowing tributes to the late Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, OFR, during an interdenominational memorial service held […]
Army Chief charges troops to sustain pressure on terrorists during maiden operational visit to Maiduguri
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has charged troops of the Nigerian Army fighting in the North East to mount and sustain unrelenting pressure on Boko Haram and other terrorist groups until they are completely defeated.
Uba takes over as Defence Spokesman, as Gusau bows out
Abuja, November 5, 2025 — The Directorate of Defence Information (DDI) on Tuesday held a formal handing and taking over ceremony between the outgoing Director, Brigadier General Tukur Ismail Gusau, and the incoming Director, Brigadier General Samaila Mohammed Uba.
Brig Gen Samaila Uba Takes Over as Director of Defence Information, Pledges Transparency and Media Collaboration
In a move signaling renewed focus on openness and innovation in military communication, Brigadier General Samaila Mohammed Uba has assumed duty as the new Director of Defence Information (DDI) at the Defence Headquarters, Abuja, following the recent reorganisation within the Armed Forces of Nigeria.
GOC 7 Division visits frontline troops, charges soldiers to sustain momentum against terrorists
In a show of purposeful leadership and commitment to troop welfare, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 7 Division, Nigerian Army, and Commander, Sector 1 Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), Brigadier General Ugochukwu Unachukwu, has visited frontline troops of 21 Special Armoured Brigade, Bama, and 26 Task Force Brigade, to boost morale and assess ongoing counterterrorism operations […]
Massive reshufflement hits the Army, as new COAS approves redeployment of officers
In a major leadership overhaul designed to strengthen command structures and enhance operational efficiency, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has approved the posting and appointment of senior officers to key command, staff, and instructional positions across the Nigerian Army.
Military Seeks Stronger Partnership with Media to Enhance National Security
Abuja — Officers of the Nigerian Armed Forces have called for continuous collaboration between the military and the media to promote peace, unity, and national security across the country.
Major General Waidi Shaibu: A Battle-Tested Commander at the Helm of the Nigerian Army
The appointment of Major General Waidi Shaibu as the 25th Chief of Army Staff (COAS) marks a defining phase in the ongoing transformation of the Nigerian Army—a transition anchored on professionalism, operational efficiency, and renewed commitment to defending the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
GOC tasks newly promoted officers on troops’ welfare, mentorship, and leadership excellence
The General Officer Commanding (GOC), 81 Division Nigerian Army, Major General Farouk Mijinyawa, has tasked newly promoted officers to make the welfare of their troops a top priority and to serve as mentors and role models to their subordinates.
Tragedy hits Nigerian Army as insurgents kill commander in fierce fight
Tragedy struck the Nigerian Army at the weekend following an ambush on the convoy of troops around the Kashimri general area of Bama Local Government Area, Borno State, killing a Lieutenant Colonel and eight others.