Use Innovative Tactics to Outsmart Bandits, Boko Haram – COAS Charges Troops
The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has called on officers and soldiers of the Nigerian Army to develop and apply innovative strategies to counter emerging security threats posed by Boko Haram terrorists and armed bandits across the country.
General Oluyede made the charge during the 2025 edition of the Combat Arms Training (CAT) Week, jointly organised by the Nigerian Army Infantry Corps and the Armoured Corps, held in Bauchi.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the army chief emphasized the need for troops to exhibit strategic thinking, resourcefulness, and mission-driven leadership in all operational environments.
“Success in today’s complex and ever-changing battlespace depends on our ability to think outside the box, optimise available resources, and demonstrate resilience and unity of purpose,” Oluyede said.
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He noted that the CAT Week, themed “Strengthening Combat Arms Cooperation in a Joint Environment: A Prerequisite for Success in Counter Terrorism and Counter Insurgency Operations,” was timely, considering the dynamics of modern warfare.
Oluyede also urged officers and men to go beyond routine exercises by offering actionable ideas that can boost field effectiveness and cohesion across joint task forces.
Speaking earlier, the Commander of the Nigerian Army Armoured Corps, Major General Obinna Ajunwa, described the training week as an opportunity to reassess the army’s ongoing operations and refine strategies. He said the forum also serves to review policies and operational procedures to overcome evolving security threats.
Ajunwa added that the synergy between combat arms remains central to the overall operational success of the Nigerian Army, especially in the fight against terrorism and insurgency.
By PRNigeria
