Chief of Army Staff Waidi Shaibu inaugurates new facilities in Port Harcourt, reaffirming the Army’s commitment to personnel welfare and operational efficiency.
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has inaugurated several infrastructural projects at the Headquarters, 6 Division, Nigerian Army, Port Harcourt, as part of activities marking the Nigerian Army’s 163rd anniversary celebration.
Speaking with journalists shortly after the commissioning on Friday, Shaibu said the projects were aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, improving the welfare of personnel, and reinforcing the Nigerian Army’s soldier-first culture.
He noted that the grand finale of the 163rd Nigerian Army Day Celebration would hold on Monday, July 6, adding that the commissioning of key facilities formed part of the activities lined up to commemorate the anniversary.
According to him, the projects inaugurated include the Command and Administrative Centre, a detention facility, 12 units of senior and junior officers’ accommodation, the Regimental Sergeant Major (RSM) 656 Signal accommodation, the RSM Brigade accommodation, and the Soldiers’ Club.
Shaibu explained that the projects would add value to the formation hosting the anniversary celebration while also improving the living and working conditions of officers, soldiers, and their families.
“These projects are meant to add value to the formation hosting the celebration and, more importantly, to positively impact our soldiers and their families. The accommodation provided is specifically for our personnel and their families,” he said.
The COAS also commended the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 6 Division and Land Component Commander, Operation Delta Safe, Major General Emmanuel Emekah, for his leadership and commitment to infrastructure development within the division.
He said the successful execution of the projects reflected the quality of leadership in the division and demonstrated the Army’s commitment to the welfare of its personnel.
Shaibu stressed that the Nigerian Army remained focused on showing its personnel that their sacrifices were appreciated, while sustaining policies and initiatives that prioritise their welfare and operational effectiveness.
He added that the projects further underscored the Army’s resolve to strengthen its soldier-first culture and boost the morale of troops in the discharge of their constitutional responsibilities.
