Tinubu Reaffirms Commitment to Nigerian Army as COAS Conference Begins in Lagos

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has restated his administration’s firm dedication to strengthening the Nigerian Army, with a strong focus on personnel welfare, professional excellence, and overall operational efficiency.

This assurance was delivered on Monday during the official opening ceremony of the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Annual Conference 2025, which is being held in Lagos. The President was represented at the event by the Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, who conveyed the administration’s message on his behalf.

According to the statement delivered at the conference, the Tinubu-led government remains committed to ensuring that the Nigerian Army is well-equipped and adequately supported to carry out its constitutional responsibilities. Emphasis was placed on improving the well-being of officers and soldiers while sustaining high standards of discipline and professionalism within the force.

The annual conference serves as a strategic platform where senior military leaders assess current security realities, review operational strategies, and deliberate on ways to enhance the effectiveness of the Nigerian Army. The President’s reaffirmation underscores the importance his administration places on the armed forces in maintaining national stability and security.

By highlighting welfare, professionalism, and operational capacity, the government reiterated its resolve to support the Army in adapting to evolving security challenges across the country. The conference opening in Lagos marks another step toward reinforcing collaboration between the nation’s leadership and the military hierarchy.