COAS, Indian defence adviser reaffirm military partnership

The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, and Indian Defence Adviser to Nigeria, Colonel Manoj Singh, have reaffirmed the strategic military partnership between Nigeria and India during a courtesy visit at the Army Headquarters in Abuja on 9 December 2025.

In a post by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Appolonia Anele, on the Nigerian Army’s X handle on Tuesday, the Army chief stressed the importance of maintaining an enduring partnership with the Indian Armed Forces.

He described India’s long-standing support in military training, capacity building, and defence development as invaluable, stating the “urgent need to further enhance collaboration in counter-terrorism operations, intelligence sharing, equipment support, and professional military education.”

Singh commended the Nigerian Army for its ongoing efforts in tackling security challenges nationwide and expressed appreciation for the warm reception.

He highlighted India’s readiness to expand defence cooperation, including increased training opportunities for Nigerian Army personnel and enhanced technical exchanges in areas of mutual benefit.

The visit concluded with the presentation of souvenirs to Colonel Singh, the signing of the visitors’ book, and a group photograph, symbolizing the enduring friendship and cooperation between the two nations.