Tinubu Praises Shaibu's Leadership in Nigerian Army Reform

President Bola Tinubu commended the leadership philosophy of Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, describing it as foundational for a new Nigerian Army focused on professionalism, adaptability, combat readiness, and resilience. In his foreword to the book titled 'The Shaibu Doctrine: Mission Command and the Remaking of Nigeria’s Army at War', co-authored by Dr. Muhammed Sani Abubakar and Associate Professor Sunday Adejoh, Tinubu noted that Shaibu’s command philosophy represents a significant departure from military conservatism.

The President highlighted that the Army has transitioned from static defense to more mobile offensive operations under Shaibu's leadership. He emphasized ongoing reforms, including technology adoption, indigenisation of military tools, improved personnel welfare, and a renewed focus on military ethics.

Abubakar mentioned that his professional interactions with Shaibu informed the documentation of this philosophy, which offers lessons relevant to the Army's evolving operational challenges.