The Defence Headquarters has reaffirmed its commitment to improving veterans’ welfare through skills acquisition and sustainable empowerment initiatives designed to strengthen economic independence, improve livelihoods and support national development.
Desk: Defence & Security
Date: 14 October 2026
Time: 18:55 WAT
Location: Ibadan, Oyo State
The initiative was highlighted at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Skill Acquisition Training for Veterans in the South West Geopolitical Zone, organised by the Defence Headquarters Veteran Affairs Division at Headquarters 2 Division, Nigerian Army, Ibadan, Oyo State.
Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, represented by the Director, Veterans Affairs Directorate, Defence Headquarters, Major General OD Williams, said the Armed Forces remained committed to initiatives that improve veterans’ quality of life and recognise their sacrifices in service to the nation.
Skills Acquisition as a Pathway to Economic Independence
The programme, themed “Enhancing Veterans’ Capacity Building through Sustained Skill Acquisition Training for Enhanced National Development,” provides participants with practical training in poultry farming, fishery, snail farming, animal husbandry, livestock management and modern agricultural techniques.
A statement by Director Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba said the areas are intended to equip veterans with skills they can apply to productive ventures, establish sustainable livelihoods and improve their families’ economic circumstances.
General Oluyede urged participants to maximise the opportunity by putting their newly acquired knowledge into practice, stressing the importance of translating training into productive activities that benefit households and contribute to national development.
Welfare Support Beyond Training
The Chief of Defence Staff also highlighted the Defence Headquarters’ partnership with Konga/Zinox, which provides serving personnel and veterans with access to subsidised purchasing options to help cushion prevailing economic challenges.
He assured veterans that the Defence Headquarters would continue to introduce initiatives aimed at improving their living conditions, reiterating that their welfare remains an important priority of the Armed Forces of Nigeria.
The programme reflects the military’s continuing focus on supporting personnel beyond active service through practical empowerment, economic opportunities and initiatives intended to promote self-reliance.
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