Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu Conducts On-the-Spot Security Assessment in Plateau State

The Chief of Army Staff visits Jos to assess Plateau security, meeting with Governor Caleb Mutfwang and reinforcing Operation Enduring Peace.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 3, 2026, 4:52 AM EDT

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High-Level Security Assessment in Jos

In a direct response to recent security challenges in North-Central Nigeria, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, arrived in Jos on Thursday for an on-the-spot assessment of Plateau State. The visit, confirmed by Acting Director of Army Public Relations Colonel Apollonia Anele, underscores the military leadership's prioritize of restoring calm to the region. Upon his arrival, the COAS was received by Governor Caleb Mutfwang, a meeting that highlighted a strengthened civil-military synergy aimed at addressing the complex security dynamics that have historically impacted the state.

Operational Briefing and Joint Task Force Strategy

During the working visit, Lieutenant General Shaibu received a comprehensive operational briefing from Major General Folusho Oyinlola, who serves as the General Officer Commanding 3 Division and Commander of the Joint Task Force, Operation Enduring Peace. The briefing focused on the proactive measures being implemented to contain emerging threats and stabilize volatile communities. The COAS reviewed the deployment of troops and the level of inter-agency collaboration, emphasizing that the protection of lives and property remains the ultimate metric of success for ongoing military operations in the Plateau.

Engagement with Community Leaders

A significant portion of the COAS's itinerary involved direct interaction with local community leaders and residents. Lieutenant General Shaibu used these sessions to provide personal reassurance of the Nigerian Army’s commitment to protecting law-abiding citizens. He appealed to the public to maintain a high level of vigilance and to strictly adhere to the established curfews. By engaging with the grassroots, the military leadership aims to build the necessary trust and intelligence-sharing networks required for long-term peacebuilding efforts.