May 29, 2026
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu
By Kingsley Omonobi
ABUJA — Chief of Army Staff, COAS, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, on Thursday commended frontline troops of the Nigerian Army for their sacrifices and commitment to national security, describing their dedication as the backbone of the nation’s safety and stability.
The Army Chief stated this during a special Eid al-Kabir luncheon organised for troops of the 8 Division and Sector 2 of Operation Fansan Yamma at the Forward Operating Base, FOB, Tureta, in Sokoto State, as part of activities marking the 2026 Eid-el-Kabir celebration.
