GOC Tasks Army Intelligence Officers On Nigeria’s Security Challenges

The Nigerian Army has charged participants of he Advanced Defence Intelligence Officers Course 16/2026 to effectively utilise the knowledge gained during their national study tour to proffer workable solutions to contemporary security challenges bedeviling the nation.

The General Officer Commanding (GOC), 2 Division, Nigerian Army, Major General Auwalu Mahmuda, gave the charge at the headquarters of the division at the Adekunle Fajuyi Cantonment, Ibadan while hosting the participants.

Welcoming the commandant, Commodore Usman Mainasara Bugaje and his team, the GOC emphasised the importance of professional engagements in promoting knowledge sharing and enhancing understanding, particularly on contemporary security challenges.

He further highlighted the security challenges within the division‘s area of responsibility which he said included kidnapping and other criminal activities.

The GOC commended the commandant for the visit and the robust interaction that followed, adding that it provided valuable insight into the challenges in the operating environment.

He also said the visit couldn’t have come at a better time  in view of the security situation in the division, particularly around the Old Oyo National Park.

Earlier, Commodore Bugaje said the study tour was a mandatory requirement for the successful completion of the course.

He underscored the importance of integrated intelligence in terms of peace and security.

He appreciated the GOC and his commanders for their support and efforts that brought the study tour to fruition.