‘Your sacrifice keeps Nigeria standing’ – COAS to troops

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, on Thursday delivered an emotional goodwill message to officers and soldiers, declaring that their sacrifices remain the backbone of Nigeria’s peace and stability.Shaibu, represented by the Director-General of the Nigerian Army Heritage and Future Centre, Maj.-Gen. Tariwerie Gagariga, stated this at the 2025 Chief of Army Staff Christmas Carol in Abuja.He said the Yuletide season offered troops a moment to reflect on the year’s