Tag: soldier’s
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‘Soldier-First’ is Back: New Army Chief Vows to Prioritize Welfare, Justice After First Frontline Visit

By Abdulkareem Haruna Newly appointed Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has signaled a clear shift in focus toward troop welfare and accountability, pledging to build on a “Soldier-First” doctrine following his inaugural operational assessment visit to the Headquarters of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) in Maiduguri. The COAS, a former Theatre Commander…
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Borno Governor’s Latest Generosity Lifts Wounded Soldiers’ Spirits

By Abdulkareem Haruna In a morale-boosting move, Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has delivered on his promise of a N10 million relief package for soldiers injured on the battlefield. The pledge, made two months ago at a Sallah event, was fulfilled on Saturday, August 19, 2023, when the funds were handed over to Major…