Nigerian Military To Recruit 28,000 Additional Troops To Combat Insecurity, Says Army Chief
The Nigerian Army plans to recruit 28,000 new troops to bolster its operational capacity against rising security threats. This expansion includes the establishment of a third training depot to support the force's modernization and deployment strategies.
Why it matters
Increased military recruitment reflects the Nigerian government's ongoing struggle to manage widespread internal security challenges.
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, announced the initiative on Friday, June 26, 2026, during a press conference to herald the 163rd Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL 2026).
The article summarizes official government announcements regarding military policy without injecting personal opinion.
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