The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has announced plans to establish a Special Forces School in Nasarawa State. The school will be located within the premises of the Special Forces Command and serve as a hub for specialized training to address emerging security challenges. Oluyede disclosed this during an official visit to Lafia, where he met with Governor Abdullahi Sule and members of the state’s executive and security councils.
The Army chief emphasized that the school will enhance the military’s capacity to address security challenges and add strategic value to the state and nation. He commended the Nasarawa State Government for its support to the military, noting that cooperation from the people, government, and traditional institutions has helped sustain peace in the state. Oluyede urged continued collaboration with security agencies to safeguard communities and strengthen peace.
Governor Abdullahi Sule welcomed the plan to site the Special Forces School in the state, describing it as a project that would improve security and contribute to socio-economic development. He praised the role of the Special Forces Command and Operation Whirl Stroke in maintaining stability in Nasarawa despite security challenges in neighboring states. Sule highlighted ongoing agricultural and mining projects in the state, including large-scale rice cultivation and the establishment of a major lithium processing plant.
The governor emphasized that peace is the foundation upon which development is built. He commended the synergy among security agencies in Nasarawa, achieved through intelligence sharing and teamwork without rivalry, and pledged continued support to the Nigerian Army. The establishment of the Special Forces School is expected to further enhance the military’s capacity to maintain peace and security in the state and region.
The Nigerian Army’s plan to establish a Special Forces School in Nasarawa State is a significant step towards enhancing the military’s capacity to address emerging security challenges. With the support of the state government and local communities, the school is expected to play a vital role in promoting peace and security in the region.
