The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has inaugurated multiple new projects at 401 Special Forces Brigade, Joe Akaahan Cantonment, Makurdi, pledging continued investment in troop welfare and infrastructure.
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Date: Wednesday, 10 September 2025
Time: 15:30 WAT
Location: 📍 Makurdi, Nigeria
The projects include remodelled social facilities, new accommodation, and symbolic tree planting - all aimed at boosting morale, welfare, and operational efficiency.
A statement by the Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Colonel Appolonia Anele, said the commissioning ceremony held on Wednesday 10 September 2025 featured several completed projects designed to improve living and working conditions for personnel.
The COAS commissioned the remodelled
Joint Officers’ Mess, Warrant Officers’ and Sergeants’ Mess, and the Jumpers’
Club. He also inaugurated the newly built Regimental Sergeant Major’s Residence
and Transit Accommodation for soldiers.
Lieutenant General Oluyede stressed that the projects will enhance the social and operational needs of the troops, while strengthening the Nigerian Army’s effectiveness. He urged personnel to put the facilities to good use and ensure their maintenance.
The Benue State Governor, Reverend
Father (Dr.) Hyacinth Alia, was represented by his Deputy, Dr. Sam Ode. The event
drew senior military officers, members of the Benue State Executive Council,
and heads of security agencies in the state.
The ceremony ended with symbolic tree planting by the COAS and the representative of the Governor.
Fact-Check & Background Context
Joe Akaahan Cantonment is one of the largest Army bases in the North Central region, hosting the 401 Special Forces Brigade, established to counter insurgency and banditry threats.
Since assuming office, Lt Gen Oluyede has emphasized welfare through new housing, school upgrades, and barracks renovation under his “Soldiers First” policy.
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