The Nigerian Army has vowed to sustain aggressive operations against criminal elements and restore stability across the country, with clear focus on recent security concerns in Kogi State.
Zig Diaries |
Defence
Date: Tuesday 25 November
2025
Time: 10:45 WAT
Location: 📍Abuja,
Nigeria
The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, said the Army
will continue deploying all necessary resources to confront emerging threats.
According to a statement
signed by the Acting Director Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Colonel
Appolonia Anele, the Army Chief gave the assurance when he received the Executive
Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Usman Ahmed Ododo, at the Army Headquarters in
Abuja.
Lieutenant General Shaibu
reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigerian Army to protect lives and property
across the country. He added that the service will maintain an intensified
operational tempo aimed at dismantling criminal networks and reinforcing peace
and stability. He further stressed the importance of deepening collaboration
with state governments to enhance security architecture.
Governor Usman Ahmed
Ododo congratulated the COAS on his appointment as the 25th Chief of Army
Staff, describing it as well deserved and reflective of his leadership
capability. He thanked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for entrusting Lieutenant
General Shaibu with the responsibility of leading the Nigerian Army at a
critical time.
The Governor commended
the Army for its consistent role in safeguarding the nation and acknowledged
the complexities of current security challenges. He pledged full support of the
Kogi State Government towards ongoing and future military operations within the
state.
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