The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, laid the foundation for the Nigerian Army Special Forces School (NASFS) in Doma, Nasarawa State, describing it as “a legacy of excellence, bravery and sacrifice.”
A statement by the Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Colonel Apolonia Anele, said the NASFS was designed to produce highly skilled warriors capable of dominating complex and unconventional battlefields, representing a strategic leap in strengthening the Army’s combat power and safeguarding national security.
Originally established in Buni Yadi, Yobe State, the school’s relocation to Doma provided an enhanced environment for advanced training. The Buni Yadi facility will now serve as the Nigerian Army Acclimatization Center, preparing troops for unique challenges in the North East theatre.
At the event, Lt Gen Oluyede reaffirmed his commitment to delivering world-class training and equipment, ensuring that the Nigerian Army Special Forces remained “unconquerable” and at par with global counterparts.
The COAS also commissioned two major projects: the new 4 Special Forces Command Headquarters and a modern Officers’ Mess, featuring operational workspaces, conference facilities, and recreational amenities to boost personnel capacity, welfare, and morale.
Earlier in Lafia, Lt Gen Oluyede met Nasarawa State Governor, Engr. Abdullahi Sule, where he emphasised the Army’s national character and called for stronger civilian-military collaboration in securing the country.
Governor Sule commended the Army’s efforts in maintaining stability, which he said had enabled agriculture and mining to thrive despite regional security pressures.
The ceremony concluded with a symbolic tree planting, a gift presentation to the COAS by the Andoma of Doma, and a group photograph with dignitaries.
PIAK