The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has known as on members of the 38 Regular Course Association of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) to stay united and inclusive as they proceed to contribute to nationwide improvement.
According to an announcement by Colonel Appolonia Anele, Acting Director of Army Public Relations, the COAS gave the cost on Thursday, 22 January 2026, whereas receiving members of the Association’s Executive Committee, led by Rear Admiral Samuel Agada (rtd), throughout a courtesy go to to the Army Headquarters, Abuja.
Lieutenant General Shaibu congratulated the newly elected executives and emphasised the significance of cohesion and inclusiveness in advancing the Association’s goals. He highlighted ongoing efforts by the Nigerian Army to strengthen operational effectiveness, deepen professionalism and improve troop welfare, including that plans are underway to extend the Army’s power and set up extra depots to raised handle safety challenges throughout the nation.
The COAS urged members of the 38 Regular Course to function worthy ambassadors of the Nigerian Army, leveraging their expertise and affect to collaborate with ministries and different stakeholders in tackling nationwide challenges. He additionally paid tribute to deceased members of the Association, describing them as officers of outstanding character whose sacrifices and repair contributed considerably to nationwide unity and stability.
Earlier, the President of the Association, Rear Admiral Samuel Agada (rtd), expressed appreciation for the continued help of the Nigerian Army and highlighted challenges going through members, significantly within the space of healthcare. He appealed for help in strengthening the Association’s {financial} base and inspired serving and retired personnel of the Armed Forces to organize early for retirement by constructing robust {financial} foundations.
