The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has emphasized that the effectiveness of Junior and Mid-Level Commanders is central to the success of all Nigerian Army operations and the overall security of the nation.
Late COAS Lagbaja honoured in US War College International Hall of Fame
The late Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, has been posthumously inducted into the United States Army War College (USAWC) International Hall of Fame (IHOF), making him the first Nigerian Army officer to receive the prestigious honour in the college’s 124-year history.
NASFA Commandant, PCC Commissioner Visit 81 Division GOC, Seek Stronger Collaboration
The Commandant of the Nigerian Army School of Finance and Administration (NASFA), Major General Monday Ihanuwaze, and the Honourable Commissioner of the Public Complaints Commission (PCC), Lagos State, Honourable Hafeez Adekunle, on Tuesday, paid separate courtesy visits to the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 81 Division, Nigerian Army, Major General Farouk Mijinyawa, at the Division’s Headquarters […]
Military to Court-Martial 16 Officers Over Indiscipline, Breach of Service Rules
Abuja, October 4, 2025 — The Defence Headquarters has confirmed the arrest of sixteen military officers over acts of indiscipline and violations of service regulations, with plans underway for their trial under the Armed Forces’ disciplinary framework.
1 dead as expired ordnance explodes at DICON, Kaduna
The Defence Industries Cooperation of Nigeria (DICON) on Saturday said an explosion occurred at its Ordnance Factory Disposal pit, killing one person and injuring others.
COAS commissions projects, assures troops of welfare during 6 Division operational tour
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has concluded a three-day operational visit to formations and units under the 6 Division, Nigerian Army (NA), where he commissioned several projects and addressed troops on ongoing operations.
Army Reshuffles High Command, Appoints New GOCs, Principal Staff Officers
Abuja — The Nigerian Army has announced a minor shake-up in its high command, with the appointment of new Principal Staff Officers (PSOs), General Officers Commanding (GOCs), and senior commanders to head key formations across the country.
260 army officers sit for senior staff course qualifying exam
Jaji(Kaduna State), Aug. 11, 2025(NAN) No fewer than 260 Army middle cadre officers are sitting for the Senior Staff Course Qualifying Examination 2025.
Chief of Defence Operations Visits Operation SAFE HAVEN, Assesses Security Situation in Plateau
Jos, July 30, 2025 – The Chief of Defence Operations (CDOPs), Major General EV Onumajuru, on Tuesday visited the headquarters of Operation SAFE HAVEN (OPSH) in Jos, Plateau State, as part of efforts to assess ongoing military operations and gain firsthand insight into the security situation in the Joint Operations Area (JOA).
NAOWA 81 Division Reaches Out to Widows, Orphans in Commemoration of Army Day 2025
The Nigerian Army Officers’ Wives Association (NAOWA), 81 Division Chapter, has conducted a humanitarian outreach to widows, orphans, and families of fallen military personnel, as part of activities marking the 2025 Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL).