Army Seeks Innovative Strategy to Defeat Terrorism, Banditry, Violent Extremism 

Linus Aleke in Abuja 

The Nigerian Army (NA), yesterday, said it was evolving innovative strategy to defeat terrorism, banditry secessionist agitations and violent extremism in the country. 

The Service also disclosed its plan to invest massively in modern technology and specialised training to tackle terrorism and other emerging security threats.

Chief of Army Satff (COAS), Lt Gen Olufemi Oluyede, said this while declaring closed the Chief of Army Satff Annual Conference 2024 in Abuja. 

He also revealed plans by the Nigerian Army to procure additional unmanned aerial systems in the coming year to enhance its operations across all theatres. 

He further pledged to strengthen the efforts of his predecessors in drastically reducing the accommodation deficits in the Nigerian Army. 

“I am delighted to state that the past three days have been refreshing and rewarding because we have reflected as a family on issues concerning the administration, training, and operations of Nigerian Army. 

“In particular, we deliberated extensively on innovative strategies to confront and ultimately defeat terrorism, banditry, secessionist agitations, and other violent extremists that threaten the peace and security of our dear country, Nigeria. 

“As a follow-up to our deliberations, the Nigerian Army will, in the coming months, invest more in modern technology to aid its training and ultimately fight its wars,”he stated.

He said the Army would promote realistic and focused training throughout the force as well as conduct a thorough review of the Army’s specialised training and operations to achieve the desired victory, since training directly influences operational outcomes.