{
  "id": 14226934,
  "title": "Army Chief: Contemporary Threats Demand Coordinated Military Capabilities",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/army-chief-contemporary-threats-demand-coordinated-military",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-13T14:09:58.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/13/army-chief-contemporary-threats-demand-coordinated-military-capabilities/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, the Chief of Army Staff, emphasized during a graduation ceremony that contemporary security threats necessitate coordinated military capabilities and seamless cooperation among various security agencies. He highlighted the importance of joint operations, intelligence sharing, and multi-domain integration to tackle Nigeria's evolving security challenges. Shaibu stressed that modern warfare's complex and interconnected nature requires military forces to work together, utilizing their unique strengths to achieve decisive results. The Army Chief discussed the expansion of the Nigerian Army from eight to twelve divisions, emphasizing that this strategic shift aims to bolster territorial reach, operational responsiveness, and overall force readiness. He clarified that the expansion involves more than just adding formations and personnel; the ultimate goal is to cultivate a professional, adaptable, and resilient army capable of responding effectively within a joint and multi-agency framework. Shaibu stressed that the force's success hinges on integrating well-trained personnel, advanced technology, actionable intelligence, strong logistics, and efficient command and control systems. He urged military commanders to adopt innovative warfare methods by combining intelligence, technology, information operations, and combat capabilities across various domains. Shaibu stressed that these advancements must result in superior combat capability, operational agility, and measurable security outcomes. He also urged military personnel to apply their acquired strategic knowledge and leadership skills in practical ways to improve operational effectiveness, foster inter-agency collaboration, and advance the Nigerian Army's ongoing transformation. Former National Security Adviser, Major General Babagana Monguno, in his address, advocated for a fundamental shift in military structures, doctrines, and operational concepts to effectively counter emerging threats. Monguno stressed the increasing significance of integrating land, air, cyber, and information capabilities in modern warfare, pointing out that technologies like unmanned aerial systems, artificial intelligence, and digital communication platforms are rapidly reshaping military operations. He called for continued investment in technology innovation, intelligence integration, institutional reform, and ongoing professional military education to equip commanders with the skills needed to operate successfully in increasingly intricate and adversarial environments. Major General Umar Alkali, the Commandant of the Army War College Nigeria, expressed gratitude to Shaibu for supporting efforts to enhance the college's ability to produce operational-level commanders and strategic leaders. He noted that Course 10/2026 participants underwent extensive training to hone their critical thinking, operational planning, and leadership abilities for contemporary military operations. This graduation ceremony, as part of the events marking the course's conclusion, underscores the Nigerian Army's dedication to developing knowledgeable, technologically adept, and operationally proficient commanders who can fulfill their constitutional duties.",
  "summary": "Linus Aleke in Abuja The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has said that contemporary threats demand coordinated military capabilities and sustained collaboration among security agencies to",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}