COAS Charges New Soldiers: Be Decisive Against Threats, Professional In Conduct

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has charged the newly trained soldiers of the 90 Regular Recruit Intake to be decisive in confronting terrorists and criminal elements while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and respect for human rights.
The directive was given on Saturday,  June 20, 2026, during the Passing Out Parade (POP) at Depot Nigerian Army, Zaria, Kaduna state.
A statement signed Colonel Appolonia Anele, Acting Director, Army 0he Army Chief underscored the critical role the new soldiers will play in ongoing operations to safeguard national security. He stated that following rigorous military training, including Counter-Terrori...