Operation SAFE HAVEN Hosts Army War College Participants As Commander emphasizes Importance of Concerted Efforts

The General Officer Commanding 3 Division Nigerian Army and Commander Operation SAFE HAVEN, Major General Abdulsalam Abubakar, has emphasized the importance of concerted efforts involving various stakeholders and the military, in combating security challenges.

According to a statement by the Public Relations Officer, Army War College Nigeria, Major Hashimu Abdullahi, the GOC stated this in an address to the participants of Army War College Nigeria (AWCN) Course 8/24 Team 2, at Headquarters 3 Division Nigerian Army (NA), Jos Plateau State. 

The participants are on the tour as part of Internal Security study tour, aimed at bolstering the nation's security framework through collaborative interagency efforts in a joint environment.

The Safe Haven Commander who was represented by the Chief of Staff Brigadier General AU Gumel, extended his greetings to the participants and urged them to glean valuable insights from the briefings to enhance security measures for peace and stability across the country.

He commended the theme of the study tour, which is "Comprehensive Approach to Security as an Imperative for Addressing Multi-Dimensional Security Threats for Enhanced National Security," 

In his remarks, Major General Ishaya Maina, the Commandant AWCN, expressed gratitude for the warm reception and underscored the significance of the study tour in equipping operational-level officers with the necessary skills to confront evolving security challenges effectively.

Describing the Internal Security Study Tour as a vital aspect of the College curriculum and Interagency cooperation in military operations module, General Maina highlighted its importance in addressing emerging security threats within a complex environment, with research findings benefiting participating agencies.

Conveying gratitude on behalf of the participants, Lieutenant Colonel KI Ugwanyi acknowledged the enriching experience gained during the study tour, emphasizing its value in enhancing their understanding of internal security operations within OPSH and its applicability in future research endeavors.

The participants comprise of 35 military personnel, 21 representatives from other security agencies.