The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has issued a stern warning to criminal networks operating in Kogi State and across the country, declaring that the Nigerian Army will sustain an unrelenting, full-scale onslaught against all security threats.
General Shaibu gave the assurance on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, when he hosted the Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Usman Ahmed Ododo, at the Army Headquarters in Abuja.
Reiterating the Army’s resolve to intensify operations, the COAS said the service remains fully committed to deploying every necessary resource to crush criminal elements and restore stability nationwide. He stressed that the Nigerian Army is maintaining a heightened operational tempo and will continue to deepen strategic collaborations with state governments to reinforce security frameworks and entrench lasting peace.
Governor Ododo, who congratulated Lieutenant General Shaibu on his appointment as the 25th Chief of Army Staff, described it as a testament to his proven competence and exemplary leadership. He also commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for appointing a seasoned officer to lead the Army at a critical stage in the nation’s security landscape.
The governor praised the Nigerian Army for its sustained contributions to national security, acknowledging the multidimensional threats confronting the country. He pledged Kogi State’s continuous support for military operations aimed at safeguarding lives and restoring order.