The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has charged troops of the Joint Task Force North-East, Operation HADIN KAI, to sustain the operational momentum against Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists whereas sustaining the very best requirements of self-discipline, resilience and professionalism within the ongoing counter-terrorism operations.
In an announcement by Colonel Appolonia Anele, Acting Director of Army Public Relations, the COAS gave the cost on Saturday, 17 October 2026, whereas addressing officers and troopers on the 212 Tank Battalion Parade Ground, Maiduguri, Borno State, throughout an operational evaluation go to to the North-East theatre.
Lieutenant General Shaibu counseled the troops for his or her braveness, sacrifices and sustained offensive operations, which have considerably degraded terrorist capabilities and contributed to improved safety throughout the area.
He urged them to consolidate the positive factors recorded, keep operational vigilance and intensify efforts in direction of the decisive defeat of terrorism.
He emphasised that self-discipline, fight readiness and unwavering dedication remained vital to operational success
The Army Chief reminded the troops of the nation’s confidence of their capability to restore lasting peace and stability to the North-East.
General Shaibu assured personnel of sustained consideration to their welfare, together with the supply of contemporary fight tools, improved lodging, ample medical assist and well timed troop rotation to improve morale and operational effectiveness.
“You should stay disciplined, resilient and targeted. The nation is happy with you and appears up to you for the ultimate defeat of terrorism,” the COAS charged.
Earlier, the Army Chief obtained a complete operational briefing from the Theatre Commander, Joint Task Force North-East, Operation HADIN KAI, Major General Ademola Ajose, and sector commanders. The briefing highlighted the prevailing safety scenario, operational successes, rising challenges and methods for sustaining strain on terrorist parts throughout the theatre.
In an illustration of his dedication to personnel welfare, Lieutenant General Shaibu additionally interacted with wounded troopers, commending their braveness and sacrifices in defence of the nation. He assured them of continued medical consideration, rehabilitation and institutional assist.
