The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s commitment to supporting officers and soldiers with the necessary welfare structures, operational resources and leadership backing required to effectively discharge their constitutional mandate.
According to a statement issued by the Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, the Army Chief gave the assurance while addressing officers and soldiers of 18 Brigade at Latini Barracks in Bida, Niger State.
During the engagement, the Army Chief said troop welfare and family wellbeing are receiving sustained attention under his leadership, describing them as critical enablers of professionalism and continued operational success.
He assured the troops that improved living conditions and family support remain central to sustaining morale and battlefield effectiveness.
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Lieutenant General Shaibu commended the troops for their dedication and efforts in maintaining relative peace within their Area of Responsibility, urging them to remain resolute in degrading and neutralising bandits and terrorists to restore public confidence and strengthen security across the region.
He further disclosed plans to construct additional accommodation facilities and establish skills acquisition centres aimed at improving living standards and promoting economic empowerment for troops’ families.