The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has underscored the importance of robust record keeping and data management in driving operational efficiency and improving strategic decision-making within the Nigerian Army.
Speaking through the Deputy Director General, Nigerian Army Future Heritage and Future Centre (Army), Major General Philip Eromosele, at the opening of the Army Headquarters Department of Military Secretary Data Management and Record-Keeping Seminar 2025 in Abuja, the Army Chief stressed that modern warfare demands modern approaches to information handling.
In a statement signed by Lieutenant Colonel Appolonia Anele, Acting Director Army Public Relations, the COAS emphasized that accurate data management is a powerful tool for monitoring progress, identifying gaps, and addressing emerging security threats.
He urged officers at all levels to embrace high standards in data storage and document security to enhance the Army’s overall effectiveness.
Reaffirming the Nigerian Army’s loyalty to the Constitution and commitment to safeguarding the nation, General Oluyede pledged unwavering support to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces.
On his part, the Military Secretary (Army), Major General Everest Okoro, said the seminar aims to promote excellence in record keeping and data handling in line with global best practices and digital trends.
The seminar with the themed “Effective Data Management and Record Keeping: A Key Element in Ensuring a Professional Nigerian Army in a Digital Era” is expected to last for 3 days.