CHIEF OF TRAINING (ARMY) CHARGES NIGERIAN ARMY SCHOOL OF INFANTRY TO CONSOLIDATE GAINS IN INFANTRY TRAINING

The Chief of Training (Army), Major General Valentine Okoro, on Wednesday, 18 February 2026 paid a working visit to the Nigerian Army School of Infantry (NASI), as part of ongoing efforts to enhance training standards and operational effectiveness within the Nigerian Army. He was received on arrival by the Commandant NASI, Major General Frank Etim, alongside senior officers and instructors of the institution. In his remarks, Major General Okoro highlighted the critical role of NASI in developing competent and combat-ready personnel for the Nigerian Army. He noted that sustained professionalism, discipline, and adaptability in training are essential to meeting contemporary operational requirements and ensuring that troops remain effective in diverse theatres of operation. The Chief of Training further commended the Commandant and his team of instructors for maintaining commendable training standards and ensuring that personnel are well grounded in infantry tactics and manoeuvres. He assured the leadership of NASI of his commitment to addressing the challenges identified and to strengthening support for the school in the areas of infrastructure, equipment, and capacity development. Earlier, the Commandant NASI, Major General Frank Etim, briefed the Chief of Training on the school’s activities, achievements, ongoing courses, and existing challenges. He emphasized the institution’s dedication to delivering structured, realistic, and mission-focused training designed to prepare officers and soldiers for assigned responsibilities. Major General Etim expressed appreciation for the visit, describing it as encouraging and impactful for both staff and students. He reaffirmed NASI’s commitment to realistic and innovative training as well as development of highly skilled personnel for the Nigerian Army. The visit featured a guided tour of NASI facilities. The Chief of Training had hands-on exposure to modern training equipment and weapons systems. He also visited the Airborne Wing, Special Warfare Wing, and Armoured Personnel Carrier Wing, where students conducted practical demonstrations. The visit concluded with the signing of the visitors’ book and presentation of souvenirs. SHAMSUDEEN UMAR Captain Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations Nigerian Army School of Infantry 18 February 2026 #NigerianArmyInfo #HqNigerianArmy