By ZAKAA LAZARUS
The Nigerian Army has taken a major leap in strengthening its operational readiness with the commissioning of a State-of-the-Art Wargaming Centre at the Department of Land Warfare, Armed Forces Command and Staff College (AFCSC), Jaji, on Saturday, 6 December 2025.
Welcoming the Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, Nigerian Army Medal at the event, the Commandant AFCSC, Air Vice Marshal Hassan Idris Alhaji, stated that the College remains committed to producing officers who are intellectually prepared for command, instructional and staff duties across complex security environments.
He noted that the new Wargaming Centre, conceptualised and driven by the Chief of Army Staff, will significantly enhance the capacity of personnel to develop modern operational concepts, refine strategic thinking and improve combat decision-making processes essential for today’s dynamic battlefield.
The Commandant commended the Chief of Army Staff for the facility, assuring that the College will continue to support the Department of Land Warfare in delivering world-class professional military education.
In his address, the Chief of Army Staff, reaffirmed the strategic role of AFCSC as a centre of excellence in shaping officers capable of meeting Nigeria’s evolving security challenges. He emphasized that the Wargaming Centre will serve as a critical asset for sharpening commanders’ ability to plan, rehearse and execute operations with precision.
The COAS stated that investing in advanced training technologies is essential to stay ahead of adversaries and deepen the Army’s capability for effective deployment across theatres of operation. He charged the students to maximize the facility as the Army continues to operate in fluid, unpredictable and technology-driven environments.
He reiterated his vision to upgrade and modernize all existing military training infrastructures to meet global standards, adding that AFCSC remains a reputable institution attracting officers from across the world, making cutting-edge facilities like the Wargaming Centre indispensable.
The COAS appreciated the unwavering support of the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, whose commitment to strengthening national security continues to empower the Nigerian Army’s transformation drive. He also commended the Commandant and the entire College community for their dedication.
