Nigerian Army Enhances Resilience with Focus on Warrior Ethos and Mental Health

The Nigerian Army, led by Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, is intensifying efforts to build a resilient force with a focus on warrior ethos and mental resilience. In a high-level seminar in Sokoto, representatives from the theater command operations discussed combat readiness, tackling issues like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and drug abuse among troops.

The seminar emphasized core military values such as fortitude, selfless service, and vigilance. Various experts, including Major General Charl Ofoch and Lt.

Col. Suzan Dibal, provided insights on intensifying warrior ethos and overcoming challenges like PTSD and drug abuse.

The seminar aimed to transform the Nigerian Army into a professional and adaptive force, prioritizing the human dimension of military operations.