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Ex-Army chief Yahaya urges overhaul of recruitment, training to bolster military readiness
Former Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Faruk Yahaya (rtd), has called for a comprehensive and uncompromising reform in recruitment, training, and performance evaluation to strengthen the Nigerian Army’s professionalism and combat effectiveness.
He made this call while delivering a lecture at the Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL) 2025, held at the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) Kaduna on Saturday.
He emphasized that courage, vigilance, and uncompromising standards must guide every stage of a soldier’s career—from recruitment and training to operational deployment.
“Recruitment and selection into the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) and Depot Nigerian Army must be thorough and uncompromising. There is no room for weakness or mediocrity. We must be courageous and firm in weeding out bad eggs at every stage,” Yahaya stated.
He said the evolving modern threats and impacts on current training must include a change in training paradigms to reflect, not only conventional warfare, but also terrorism, asymmetric warfare, ideological extremism, and cyber threats.
He suggested a modification of military training. programs to include important strategic courses on emotional intelligence, military psychology, counter-terrorism tactics, and social media awareness.
“We must scale up our engagements with allied nations on training programs. Our non-commissioned officers should have wider access to Junior Command, Regimentation, and Train-the-Trainer courses abroad to meet international standards,” he added.
He stressed the need for capacity building for senior non-commissioned officers (SNCO) as a key target in modern military operations, primarily when operating below the level of battalion in a decentralized context, such as the North East and Lake Chad Basin.
“Modern security challenges can no longer be addressed solely through massed formations.
The Army must build a force capable of executing small-unit warfighting with speed, precision and initiative using a decentralized command structure grounded in the principle of mission command,” Yahaya said.
He reiterated that providing tactical leadership skills to SNCOs will close the gap of officers especially in remote and high-risk theatres of operation.
Yahaya concluded by saying that any reform effort must be soldier-centric which ensures that soldier’s welfare; professionalism and operational capability are the focus.
“The future of our Army depends on the soldier—how well we train, equip, and support him. Let us define our vision clearly and pursue it with consistency and discipline,” he said.
The guest lecture was part of a series of professional engagements, paving the way for NADCEL 2025, which saw a celebration of the 162nd year of the establishment of the Nigerian Army.
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Landlord Packs Kidnapped Tenant’s Belongings Outside After Months Of Waiting, Video Trends Online (Watch)
A viral video has sparked strong reactions online after a landlord packed out the belongings of a tenant who was allegedly kidnapped months ago after travelling to his village in Imo state.
In the video, shared by @ChuksEricE on X (formerly Twitter), neighbors revealed that the tenant had been missing for an extended period, and no family member or friend came forward to renew the rent.
The landlord reportedly granted extra months of grace but eventually decided to clear out the apartment to make it available for new tenants.
Footage showed the tenant’s belongings arranged outside the compound, leaving social media users shocked and confused by the situation.
Some believe the landlord acted out of frustration and financial pressure, while others argue that the move was insensitive, especially given that the tenant’s whereabouts remain unknown.
A viewer commented, “This is heartbreaking. What if the person returns?” Another wrote, “Landlords no dey send anybody again. Economy don hard.”
The clip has ignited a heated debate online about compassion, property rights, and how landlords in Nigeria handle cases involving missing tenants.
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Bimbo Akintola, the Nollywood actress, has explained why she remains a steadfast supporter of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The movie star, who supported Tinubu during the last election, explained that she increased her support for the then-APC candidate because an opposition supporter bullied her over her choice of Tinubu.
She claimed that her increased support for Tinubu was to spite her bully.
Speaking in a recent episode of With Chude, Akintola urged Nigerians to respect other people’s political choices and opinions.
“I supported President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during the last election because somebody annoyed me with their bullying.
“Nigerians are annoying. Don’t bully other people. We have our rights to differences of opinion. You don’t like this man [Tinubu], cool, you have the right not to like him. You prefer this person, good for you. But don’t bully others.
“They bullied aunty Joke [Silva] to the point that someone wrote something that was so inhumane. So, I made a video and said, ‘I’m also supporting Tinubu, kill me, let me see if you can change my mind.’
“We need to stop bullying. We need to agree that we can never agree with everybody. That’s what makes us great and beautiful. If we are all the same, it would be a boring life. Till tomorrow, you might not agree that he was the best person for the job, but at that point, that was who I wanted, that was who I voted for. You can’t take my voice away from me; it’s mine,” she expressed.
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………Calls for calmness and disclaim falsified narratives
The people of Imo State are uniting against false narratives surrounding the Anti-Kidnapping Unit, also known as Tiger Base. This esteemed unit, led by ACP Oladimeji Adeyeyiwa, is committed to safeguarding our state from heinous crimes.
Situated in a secure facility equipped with state-of-the-art CCTV cameras, Tiger Base exemplifies transparency and accountability. The tireless efforts of CP Aboki Danjuma and his team have created a safe environment for residents to enjoy nightlife.
Our visit to the tiger base gave us the opportunity to ask questions surrounding the false speculation and the numerous misleading information. We are fighting in collaborative effort with the security agencies to shutdown propaganda that could incite crisis in our peaceful state.
Imo State has witnessed a significant decline in kidnapping cases, a affirmation to the collaborative efforts of our security agencies and government. This progress is a source of pride for our community.
The Youth development Advocacy of Nigeria, Imo State Chapter applauds the dedication of our security personnel and encourages continued support for their endeavors. By working together, we can build a brighter future for our state.
As Youths, we must be vigilant against misinformation and promote a culture of peace and security.
Our collective efforts will shape the future of Imo State. Let’s strive for a state where our children can grow up in safety, our businesses flourish, and our people live without fear.
Imo State has the potential to be a model of stability and progress in Nigeria. Let’s harness our collective energy to achieve this vision. The Youth Development Advocacy of Nigeria, Imo State Chapter is available to partner with any agencies for the development of our youths.
Chinedu Brown Akueweghiro
Youth Development Advocacy of Nigeria, Imo State Chapter
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