Army Chief Reaffirms Commitment To Human Capital Development

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed commitment to human capital development as a critical pillar of national security and national development.

The COAS emphasized that sustained investment in education, research, innovation and technology is essential to building a professional, adaptive and combat-ready Nigerian Army capable of addressing emerging security challenges.

He made the commitment on Wednesday, 15 July 2026, while receiving the Governing Council and Management Team of the Nigerian Army University Biu (NAUB) during a courtesy visit at the Army Headquarters, Abuja.
In a statement by the Acting Director Army Public Relations Colonel Appolonia Anele, Lieutenant General Shaibu noted that the institution plays a pivotal role in strengthening Nigeria’s defence architecture through specialized programmes in cybersecurity, cyber warfare, artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies.
He commended the university’s initiative to establish a Centre for Military Performance Management, stating that it would enhance defence research, institutional effectiveness and strategic decision-making.

The Army Chief assured the delegation of the Nigerian Army’s continued support in addressing the university’s operational and infrastructural needs.
He approved an assessment for additional accommodation for military faculty and staff, disclosing plans to leverage the Army’s partnership with TETFund for the construction of a permanent Senate Building for the university.
The COAS also pledged full support for the accreditation of its academic programmes.

Earlier, the Chancellor of NAUB, His Royal Majesty, Major General Felix Mujakperuo (Rtd), Orodje 1 of Okpe Kingdom, commended the COAS for his visionary leadership and sustained support to the institution.

He expressed appreciation for the Chief of Army Staff Commendation Award conferred on him during the Nigerian Army Day Celebration 2026 and announced the university’s readiness to host its combined graduation ceremony in October 2026.