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COAS Shaibu Visits Wounded Soldiers In Kaduna, Pledges Full Medical Support.
The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, on Friday visited soldiers wounded in action who are receiving treatment at the 44 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital in Kaduna. According to a statement by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Colonel Appolonia Anele, the visit was part of Shaibu’s inaugural operational tour of the Joint Task Force North West, under Operation FANSAN YAMMA.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
During the visit, the COAS commended the injured personnel for their bravery and dedication, assuring them of the Nigerian Army’s commitment to providing comprehensive medical care and support for a full recovery. Drawing from personal experience, Shaibu recalled his own hospitalization at the facility following injuries sustained in action, emphasizing his understanding of the challenges faced by wounded soldiers.
He expressed confidence in the hospital’s management and medical standards, urging the troops to follow prescribed treatment plans while reiterating his commitment to enhancing the welfare of personnel and their families. Shaibu, accompanied by principal staff officers from Army Headquarters, also toured the hospital’s facilities to assess ongoing improvements before proceeding to Headquarters Sub-Sector 4 of Operation FANSAN YAMMA along the Kaduna–Abuja Highway. There, he interacted with troops to evaluate their operational readiness and morale.
Shaibu’s visit comes shortly after his confirmation by the Senate as the new Chief of Army Staff, following the approval of General Olufemi Oluyede as Chief of Defence Staff. The visit underscores the Nigerian Army’s focus on operational excellence and personnel welfare under Shaibu’s leadership.
The Benue State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of seven suspected militia herdsmen in connection with the abduction of passengers travelling in an 18-seater Benue Links bus along the Makurdi–Otukpo road last Wednesday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Public commentator Mahdi Shehu has expressed concern over what he described as inadequate funding for military equipment, warning that it could endanger the lives of soldiers in active service.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a post shared on his official X account on Monday, Shehu reacted to reports suggesting that only a small fraction of the Nigerian Army’s 2025 budget for security equipment has been released.
He stated that although over ₦20 billion was approved for the procurement of security equipment, only about ₦1.7 billion—roughly 7 percent—has reportedly been disbursed so far.
Shehu questioned the possible impact of the funding gap on troop safety, suggesting it could be linked to growing battlefield casualties.
He also raised concerns about reported cases of soldiers abandoning their posts, implying that insufficient equipment and support may be contributing factors.
The commentator further asked what had become of funds borrowed in the name of addressing insecurity, calling for accountability in their use.
Shehu also suggested that delays or restrictions in releasing security funds could have serious consequences for both military personnel and civilians.
He expressed worry that different levels of government may not be fully meeting their responsibilities in ensuring the safety of lives and property.
Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, has said that the ongoing tensions involving the United States, Israel, and Iran are triggering global energy shocks that are contributing to rising inflation in Nigeria.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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