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The Digest:

Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu has unveiled plans to recruit and train 24,000 new soldiers.

Key Points:
  • Army Chief Waidi Shaibu announced the recruitment of 24,000 new soldiers.
  • Three new training facilities approved by President Tinubu will train 12,000 recruits in six months.
  • Capacity can be doubled to 24,000 by running two training streams simultaneously.
  • Training will focus on modern warfare, tactics, and leadership principles.
  • The initiative aims to enhance operational readiness and nationwide deployment.
  • Shaibu emphasized the "Soldier First" concept for improved welfare and mentorship.
  • The expansion is expected to significantly boost manpower in critical conflict areas.
This strategic reinforcement represents one of the largest single recruitment efforts in recent years, signaling a determined push to gain numerical and tactical advantage against persistent security threats.

Sources: Daily Post, PM News