The Nigerian Army under the leadership of the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede is set to assess its kinetic and non-kinetic operations with a special focus on evaluating the commitment to maintaining operational effectiveness.
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Annual Conference 2024, will serve as a critical platform for the leadership of the Army and participants to assess the execution of operations, training activities, and key strategic decisions aligned with the Army’s constitutional mandate.
A statement by the Director of Army Public Relations, Major General Onyema Nwachukwu said the conference will be held at the Army Headquarters Command Officers’ Mess, Abuja, from Monday, 15 December to Thursday, 19 December 2024.
The Participants will brainstorm and evaluate ongoing efforts in counter-terrorism, counter-insurgency, anti-banditry, and other security operations, identifying successes while addressing challenges and proffering improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
Furthermore, a major highlight of the conference will be the development of a strategic roadmap for 2025.
“This forward-looking initiative aims to set clear objectives and informed projections that will guide the Nigerian Army’s actions in tackling diverse security challenges across Nigeria.
“This is crucial for sustaining the momentum in combating terrorism, insurgency, banditry, economic sabotage, secessionist cum militants activities, as well as kidnapping, among other national security issues,” the statement added.
Participants, especially field commanders, will also gain valuable insights into the Chief of Army Staff’s strategic command philosophy for the Nigerian Army, including new directives, priorities, and operational focuses for the coming year.
The insights will ensure coordinated and coherent action across all levels of command, reinforcing the Army’s dedication to safeguarding the nation from national security threats.
The conference will also feature comprehensive presentations on training, administration, logistics, and other crucial activities as outlined in the Nigerian Army Forecast of Events.
“These presentations will not only showcase current achievements but also propose innovative strategies to enhance the Army’s operational capabilities. Deliberations during the conference will address logistical support, operational deployments, and other key areas, ensuring every facet of the Army’s operations is optimized for maximum efficiency while enhancing troops’ morale through sound administration.”
The event which will also feature a presentation of Group Live Insurance to family members of fallen heroes is poised to bring together a high echelon of military leaders, including Principal Staff Officers from the Army Headquarters, Corps Commanders, Formation Commanders, Operations Commanders and Commandants of Nigerian Army Schools and Tri-service Institutions.
Additionally, selected senior officers holding critical Tri-service appointments will equally be in attendance. This is aimed at fostering their collective expertise towards dynamic exchange of ideas, strengthening the Army’s strategic and operational framework for the year 2025.
The Chief of Army Staff Annual Conference 2024 is expected to climax with the commissioning of the Nigerian Army Welfare Scheme project in Idu, Abuja, under the auspices of the Affordable Housing Ownership Options for All Soldiers (AHOOAS).
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