COAS REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO TROOPS’ WELFARE WITH COMMISSIONING OF ACCOMMODATION BLOCKS IN BIU

COAS REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO TROOPS’ WELFARE WITH COMMISSIONING OF ACCOMMODATION BLOCKS IN BIU

The Nigerian Army has reaffirmed its commitment to improving the welfare and living conditions of its personnel with the commissioning of newly constructed accommodation blocks at Abogo Largema Military Cantonment, Biu, Borno State.

The project, executed as part of ongoing efforts to provide a conducive living environment for officers and soldiers, underscores the commitment of the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, NAM,to prioritising troops’ welfare as a critical component of operational effectiveness and combat readiness.

The Chief of Army Staff was represented at the historic commissioning ceremony by the Commander 25 Brigade, Brigadier General Igwe Omoke, who performed the commissioning on his behalf. The development reflects the Nigerian Army’s continued investment in infrastructure aimed at enhancing the morale, comfort and overall well-being of its personnel.

In his remarks, the Emir of Biu, His Royal Highness, Alhaji (Dr) Mustapha Umar Mustapha II, CON, commended the Nigerian Army for its commitment to troops’ welfare and infrastructural development. He noted that providing decent accommodation for military personnel demonstrates the Army’s recognition of the sacrifices of its officers and soldiers and the importance of their well-being to effective service delivery.

The commissioning of the accommodation blocks forms part of the Nigerian Army’s broader efforts to strengthen its welfare initiatives, improve living conditions and sustain the morale of personnel. The initiative also highlights the importance of adequate accommodation and other essential facilities in motivating troops to discharge their constitutional responsibilities effectively.

The Chief of Army Staff reiterated the Nigerian Army’s resolve to sustain welfare-driven projects and infrastructural development across formations and units in line with his vision of building a professional, combat-ready and resilient force.

ABSOLOM KANDALA
Lieutenant
Acting Assistant Director Army Public Relations
Headquarters Sector 2, Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI
DAMATURU
29 October 2026