COAS Endorses NDC’s Research on Advanced Military Technologies
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has endorsed the findings of a groundbreaking research project presented by participants of National Defence College (NDC) Course 33, commending their innovative approach to addressing national security challenges through advanced military technologies.
According to a statement issued by Lieutenant Colonel Appolonia Anele, Acting Director of Army Public Relations, the Army Chief gave the commendation on Friday, during the presentation of the COAS Research Paper at the Army Headquarters, Abuja.
The research, titled “Directed Energy Weapons and National Security: Strategic Options for the Nigerian Army by 2040,” explores how futuristic technologies, including high-energy laser systems and other non-kinetic weapons, can enhance Nigeria’s defence posture.
General Oluyede applauded the participants for their forward-thinking approach and urged them to continue developing practical strategies to confront evolving security threats.
He emphasized that the Nigerian Army must remain committed to innovation in order to stay ahead in modern warfare.
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“The National Defence College continues to prove itself as a citadel of strategic thinking and military capacity development,” the COAS stated, while calling on the Department of Army Transformation and Innovation to forge stronger partnerships with relevant institutions for the implementation of cutting-edge research outcomes.
In his remarks, the Commandant of the National Defence College, Rear Admiral James Okosun, noted that the course participants had been specifically tasked by the COAS to conduct in-depth research that could impact the operational readiness of the Nigerian Army.
He said the College’s curriculum allows participants to interrogate emerging national security and development issues.
Rear Admiral Okosun also expressed appreciation to the Army Chief for approving the research topic and for his continuous support to the College.
He reaffirmed the College’s commitment to supporting the Nigerian Army through academic and strategic collaboration.
Representing the course participants, Colonel Obinna Eke highlighted the global shift toward the use of advanced technologies in defence operations, noting that the adoption of directed energy weapons could significantly improve force protection and operational efficiency.
The presentation marked a key milestone for the 99 participants of Course 33, drawn from the Nigerian Armed Forces, Ministries, Departments, and Agencies, as well as allied countries across Africa and beyond.
COAS encouraged the integration of the research recommendations into the Army’s long-term transformation agenda.
By PRNigeria
