As of October 24, 2025, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu appointed Major General Waidi Shaibu as the new Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of the Nigerian Army.
Major General Waidi Shaibu is a member of the 41st Regular Combatant Course. He is from the Nigerian Army Armour corps.
This appointment marks a major shake-up in the leadership of the Nigerian Armed Forces and takes immediate effect.
Career Highlights:
Chief of Army Staff: Appointed on October 24, 2025.
Theatre Commander, Operation Hadin Kai (2024–2025): Led counter-insurgency operations in the North-East.
Deputy Commandant & Director of Studies, National Defence College: Provided strategic direction and leadership training for senior officers.
GOC 7 Division / Commander Sector 1, Operation Hadin Kai (2022–2023): Played a key role in frontline operations against terrorism.
Director of Training, Army Headquarters (Before 2022): Oversaw professional development and combat readiness programs.
Quick Fact:
Maj. Gen. Waidi Shaibu is known for his operational brilliance, discipline, and focus on restructuring training and field operations across the force.
Credit: AkureNews
