Kaduna, Nigeria — The Nigerian Army has inaugurated four blocks of 120 refurbished flats and a 60,000-litre solar-powered borehole for soldiers stationed at Ribadu Cantonment, Kotoko Barracks in Kaduna. The project was officially commissioned by Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Waidi Shu’aibu, represented by Major General Isa Abdullah, the Chief of Administration at Army Headquarters. This initiative is part of the ongoing Soldier First Culture and the COAS Command Philosophy, both designed to enhance the welfare and living conditions of military personnel and their families.
Major General Abdullah described the development as a significant milestone in the army’s welfare program, emphasizing it as a reflection of the leadership’s commitment to improving the well-being of troops across the country. He pointed out that the housing units had previously been in disrepair, with some structures deemed uninhabitable due to damaged roofing and inadequate facilities. Major General Abubakar Wase, the General Officer Commanding of the 1 Division Nigerian Army Kaduna, was commended for overseeing the project’s execution and ensuring its timely completion.
During the ceremony, the Chief of Army Staff urged beneficiaries to take full ownership of the facilities by maintaining them properly and preventing vandalism. He stressed that such responsibility would encourage further welfare interventions. The newly commissioned accommodation includes 120 housing units and a solar-powered borehole capable of supplying 60,000 litres of water daily, providing a reliable water source within the barracks.
The army leadership reaffirmed its commitment to prioritizing personnel welfare through the provision of decent accommodation and essential services. They expect that improved living conditions will enhance morale and operational efficiency among troops. The commissioning ceremony was attended by senior military officers and principal staff from the 1 Division Nigerian Army Kaduna.
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