COAS Tasks DEPOT NA Osogbo on Effective Training of Soldiers
Osogbo (Core Reporters) In his quest to produce top-notch soldiers in Nigeria, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has charged instructors to train the recruits with passion, focusing on capacity development with the sole aim of producing high quality personnel.
He gave the charge on Monday, July 21, 2025, during his maiden operational visit to Depot Nigerian Army (NA) Osogbo, Osun State. During the visit, he emphasized the importance of effective training and professionalism in producing top-notch soldiers that Nigerians can be proud of.
In his remarks, the COAS urged officers and instructors to align with his vision of enhancing the Nigerian Army’s capabilities in discharging its constitutional responsibilities. He charged the instructors to train the recruits with passion, focusing on capacity development with the sole aim of producing high quality personnel.
The COAS also took the opportunity to tour and inspect the training facilities and infrastructure within the Depot, assessing the current state of readiness and identifying areas for improvement with the aim of boosting the Army’s operational readiness and performance.
