Musa Na Allah, Sokoto
The General Officer Commanding (GOC), 8 Division, Nigeria Army, Sokoto, Major General Ibikunle Ajose on Monday identified strategic leadership skills as an essential tool for effective and efficient military operations as an institution responsible for securing the nation.
He said the complex security challenges being faced in the country demand strong and authentic leadership at all levels, particularly at the junior command level where tactical decisions are made in real time and could have strategic consequences.
According to him, the ability of commanders to make sound decisions, lead with confidence, and adapt to dynamic environments blossom and guarantee mission success and operational efficiency.
The GOC made the remarks on Monday at the formal opening of the 8 Division, Sokoto Operations Planning Cadre organized training workshop pointed out that the ability to lead effectively, make quick and informed decisions, and coordinate seamlessly with other security agencies remain critical to achieving collective security objectives.
General Ajose who is the Commander of Sector 2 Operation Fansan Yamma explained that the training would further support and improve the leadership skills in the Nigeria Army among junior commanders as promoted by the COAS training objectives for the year 2025.
“It’s an opportunity for participants to refine their leadership and planning skills through interactive sessions, practical exercises, and shared experiences,” stressing that it would be conducted with the participation of different services and other security agencies.”
He stated that military operations no longer exist in isolation given the joint environment it find itself.
“We must be able to synchronize our efforts, share intelligence, and make informed decisions in real-time as commanders.
“The initiative is a significant step towards strengthening inter-agency cooperation and fostering a unified approach to security operations”, he emphasized.
“The presence of other esteemed colleagues on the lines of providing security would further reemphasize the importance of strategic synergy in tracking and tackling security threats within Sokoto state and beyond.”
Participants at the training workshop to be held between 17 and 21st February were drawn from across security agencies in the state comprising the DSS, NSCDC, NCS, NIS, NDLEA, FRSC, Police, and the Correctional Service.
