COAS urges commanders to strengthen leadership, combat insecurity

The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has urged senior commanders of the Nigerian Army to enhance their strategic foresight, professional competence, and exemplary leadership in addressing the complex security challenges facing the country. During the opening ceremony of the Second Senior Command and Leadership Seminar 2026, Shaibu emphasized the importance of leadership, credibility, and public confidence in contemporary military operations.

He highlighted the evolving security environment, which includes terrorism, insurgency, banditry, transnational organized crime, cyber threats, disruptive technologies, and information warfare. Shaibu stressed that commanders must remain agile, innovative, and morally courageous while making sound judgments in uncertain conditions.

He also highlighted the growing significance of the information environment, warning that adversaries are using misinformation and manipulation to undermine military credibility. Shaibu stressed that commanders must factor the information environment into campaign design and operational planning. Additionally, he emphasized the importance of professional conduct in protecting the Army's reputation and legitimacy, directing commanders to enforce strict adherence to Rules of Engagement, respect for human rights, and accountability at all levels.

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