Nigerian Military Seeks Innovation Through Academic-Industry Partnership

The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, urged stronger partnerships with academia and industry stakeholders to advance indigenous research and development in Nigeria's defense sector. The military aims to leverage modern technologies like artificial intelligence, data analytics, and robotics to enhance operational capabilities and competitiveness.

This collaboration is crucial to address evolving threats such as terrorism, cyber warfare, and information operations. The military emphasizes the need for continuous review of doctrines, modernization of platforms, and integration of emerging technologies to ensure operational superiority.