Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, the Chief of Army Staff, has issued a directive to field commanders and troops to be adaptable and embrace innovation in order to defeat the adversaries of the country. In a time of increased volatility and complexity, Lagbaja emphasized the importance of restoring peace and stability in areas facing security challenges across Nigeria.
During the Chief of Army Staff Conference, Lagbaja stressed the need for troops and commanders to remain committed to their constitutional duties of safeguarding the nation’s territorial integrity and protecting its citizens. He highlighted the importance of being adaptive, ingenious, and ready to take on non-traditional military responsibilities in order to help Nigeria navigate through these challenging times.
Lagbaja urged field commanders and troops to intensify their intelligence gathering efforts while upholding human rights in the execution of their duties. He emphasized the importance of enhancing operational capabilities, intelligence gathering, inter-agency cooperation, and prioritizing the welfare of personnel. The Army Chief also commended the troops for their contributions to global peace, citing recent deployments to peacekeeping missions in Abyei, The Gambia, and Guinea-Bissau.
In a move to support wounded and disabled soldiers, Lagbaja directed the Managing Director of Post-Service Housing Development Limited to allocate five percent of the Affordable Home Ownership Option for All Soldiers Scheme in each estate to these deserving individuals. The Nigerian Army will cover all housing expenses at 100 percent for these soldiers, demonstrating a commitment to providing support and care for those who have served their country.
Overall, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja’s directive emphasizes the importance of innovation, adaptability, and commitment in addressing the security challenges facing Nigeria, while also highlighting the Army’s contributions to global peacekeeping efforts and its support for wounded and disabled soldiers.
