The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has charged troops of 3 Division, Nigerian Army, to remain disciplined, professional, and committed, stressing that their role in addressing security challenges on the Plateau is critical to Nigeria’s national stability.
The charge was delivered on Monday, 19 January 2026, during an operational visit to the Headquarters of 3 Division, Nigerian Army, in Jos, Plateau State.
According to a statement by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, the Army Chief addressed officers and soldiers on discipline, leadership, welfare, and operational focus while assessing ongoing security efforts in Plateau State.
“Discipline remains the bedrock of the military profession. Service in the Nigerian Army is voluntary and anchored on the noble responsibility of defending our nation’s territorial integrity,” Lieutenant General Shaibu told the troops.
The Chief of Army Staff disclosed that he had been fully briefed by the General Officer Commanding, 3 Division, on operational and welfare challenges confronting personnel, adding that the most pressing issues had already been addressed by Army Headquarters.
“The welfare of our troops remains a top priority. We will continue to provide the enabling environment and the necessary combat enablers for you to carry out your duties effectively,” he assured.
Lieutenant General Shaibu urged the soldiers to respect the chain of command and draw guidance from their superiors, noting that officers bear responsibility for mentoring subordinates towards professional growth and successful military careers.
He also charged troops to maintain high standards of physical fitness and mental alertness, explaining that deliberate measures have been instituted to prepare personnel for the demands of military service.
Emphasising leadership at all levels, the Army Chief described Senior Non-Commissioned Officers as the vital link between officers and soldiers, urging them to provide firm middle-level leadership and guidance.
On ongoing operations in Plateau State, he described the security environment as unique, assuring troops that Operation ENDURING PEACE is being properly guided and supported to achieve its mandate.
“Your job here on the Plateau is critical to national stability. Remain focused, professional and proud of your service to the nation,” the COAS said.
He further encouraged personnel to channel grievances through appropriate military channels, assuring them that such concerns would be promptly addressed.
As part of efforts to improve troop welfare, Lieutenant General Shaibu commissioned two blocks of 30 flats for Non-Commissioned Officers and a separate block of residential accommodation for officers at Maxwell Khobe Cantonment, Jos.