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COAS warns soldiers against involvement in drug, substance abuse
NG🏛️ PoliticsCenter3 hr. ago

COAS warns soldiers against involvement in drug, substance abuse

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of Nigeria, Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu, addressed military personnel during a 4-day seminar on leadership and mental health, warning them against drug and substance abuse. He emphasized that such behaviors impair operational effectiveness and undermine national security. The seminar focused on transformational leadership, PTSD, and combating substance abuse, aiming to improve troop morale and combat readiness. Shaibu stressed the Nigerian Army’s zero-tolerance policy toward drugs, highlighting their negative impact on unit cohesion and mission success. He called on commanders to enforce strict measures against substance abuse within military units.

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COAS warns soldiers against involvement in drug, substance abuse

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of Nigeria, Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu, addressed military personnel during a 4-day seminar on leadership and mental health, warning them against drug and substance abuse. He emphasized that such behaviors impair operational effectiveness and undermine national security. The seminar focused on transformational leadership, PTSD, and combating substance abuse, aiming to improve troop morale and combat readiness. Shaibu stressed the Nigerian Army’s zero-tolerance policy toward drugs, highlighting their negative impact on unit cohesion and mission success. He called on commanders to enforce strict measures against substance abuse within military units.

Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced report on the COAS's directive regarding drug abuse among soldiers, focusing on policy and operational concerns without overtly favoring any political ideology. The framing remains objective, emphasizing the military's stance and the implications for national security

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