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The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s commitment to expanding strategic defence cooperation with the Republic of Burundi as part of sustained efforts to strengthen regional peace, improve military professionalism and enhance Africa’s collective response to terrorism and other transnational security threats. A statement by Acting Director Army Public Relations Colonel Appolonia Anele, noted that the COAS gave the assurance on Thursday, 6 August 2026, while receiving the Ambassador of the Republic of Burundi to Nigeria, His Excellency Edouard Nduwimana, during a courtesy visit to the Army Headquarters, Abuja. Welcoming the Ambassador and his delegation, Lieutenant General Shaibu described Nigeria and Burundi as long-standing partners bound by shared African values, mutual respect and a common commitment to continental peace and security. He noted that the Nigerian Army remains committed to broadening military cooperation through enhanced training opportunities, institutional capacity development, personnel exchange programmes and strategic exposure visits aimed at improving the operational capabilities of both armed forces. The COAS emphasised that sustained collaboration in military education, operational experience sharing and regional security initiatives remains indispensable in addressing terrorism, violent extremism and other emerging cross-border security challenges. He also commended the progress recorded by Burundi in advancing peace, stability and national reconciliation, stressing the importance of maintaining regular military engagements and strategic communication to further strengthen bilateral relations and mutual confidence. In his remarks, Ambassador Nduwimana conveyed the goodwill of the President of the Republic of Burundi, General Évariste Ndayishimiye and lauded the Nigerian Army for its professionalism, operational successes and invaluable contributions to regional peace, counter-terrorism efforts and security across Africa. The Ambassador appealed for greater access for Burundian military personnel to Nigerian military institutions through scholarships, specialised training and other capacity-building programmes. He also advocated expanded instructor exchange initiatives, joint military exercises and closer collaboration in peace support operations and counter-terrorism, describing them as essential to further consolidating the longstanding friendship and defence cooperation between both countries.
Troops of the Nigerian Army who recently returned from operational deployment in the Republic of Benin have been commended for their outstanding discipline, professionalism and commitment throughout Operation ATILEYIN ALAFIA II. The commendation came from the General Officer Commanding (GOC), 81 Division Nigerian Army, Major General Adebayo Babalola, while addressing a cross-section of the personnel at the 243 Reconnaissance Battalion Parade Ground, Ibereko Barracks, Badagry, Lagos. Major General Babalola recalled that before their deployment, the troops were charged to serve as worthy ambassadors of Nigeria and the Nigerian Army. He expressed satisfaction that they had successfully executed their mission while upholding the army’s core values of professionalism, discipline, courage and loyalty. According to the GOC, the troops’ exemplary conduct earned the commendation of the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, who praised their outstanding performance and exemplary comportment throughout the operation. He disclosed that arrangements were underway for the presentation of operational medals to the troops in recognition of their meritorious service and dedication to duty. Major General Babalola urged the soldiers to sustain the high standards they had displayed during the deployment, stressing that professionalism and discipline remain the hallmarks of the Nigerian Army. He also cautioned them against any act capable of tarnishing the enviable reputation they had earned through their conduct during the multinational operation. The reception ceremony, held at the 243 Reconnaissance Battalion, Ibereko Barracks in Badagry, marked the successful completion of the troops’ mission in the Republic of Benin and underscored the Nigerian Army’s commitment to regional security cooperation and operational excellence.
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