Nigeria, May 18 -- The Nigerian Army has announced plans to expand its formations across the country as part of efforts to strengthen operational effectiveness, while reaffirming its commitment to the welfare of troops and families of personnel killed or wounded in action.

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Waidi Shaibu, disclosed this during the opening ceremony of the COAS First Bi-Annual Conference 2026 held at the Nigerian Army Conference Centre and Suites in Abuja.

At the event, Mr Shaibu, a lieutenant general, presented Nigerian Army Personnel Insurance cheques to some families of fallen heroes and troops wounded in action.

According to a statement signed by Army spokesperson, Appolonia Anele, the gesture reflected the Army's unwave...