The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has reiterated the commitment of the Nigerian Army to strengthening military partnerships with friendly nations, particularly in the area of advanced professional training aimed at addressing evolving security threats.
The COAS stated this in Abuja, while receiving the Egyptian Defence Attaché to Nigeria, Colonel Mohammed Ibrahim, during a courtesy visit to Army Headquarters.
Lieutenant General Shaibu noted that Nigeria maintains a longstanding and mutually beneficial military relationship with Egypt, describing the collaboration as an important platform for enhancing operational capability and professional development.
He emphasized that sustained cooperation through advanced military courses, training exchanges, and professional military education remains critical to preparing personnel to effectively confront contemporary security challenges.
Lieutenant General Shaibu highlighted the importance of strengthening institutional linkages between both armies, including greater collaboration in strategic-level training and participation in programmes at the Nigerian Army War College.
The Army Chief further stressed the need to explore additional areas of cooperation, particularly in the development of aviation capabilities and operational support systems, noting that such collaboration will improve operational readiness, technological innovation, and overall mission effectiveness.
The Egyptian Defence Attaché, Colonel Mohammed Ibrahim, said his visit was aimed at reviewing the implementation of the Memorandum of Understanding signed between both militaries in 2024.
He announced that significant progress had been made in executing several aspects of the agreement, particularly in the area of training cooperation.
Colonel Ibrahim reaffirmed Egypt’s commitment to strengthening military collaboration with Nigeria, especially in the area of advanced military training and intelligence sharing to effectively address contemporary security challenges confronting both nations.
Reporting By MARY FATILE