BY: ABDULKADIR M LAWAN, NOVEMBER 6, 2025/ 06:47PM
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has paid a courtesy visit to the Shehu of Borno, His Royal Highness (HRH) Alhaji Dr. Abubakar Ibn Umar Garbai Al-Amin Elkanemi, at his palace in Maiduguri, Borno State.
During the visit, General Shaibu expressed his gratitude to the Shehu for his continued support to the military in the state and the North East region.
'I'm back home sir, and as usual, on behalf of the Nigerian military, I thanked you for your continuous support to our troops,' he said.
The Army Chief emphasized the vital role traditional rulers play in the fight against insecurity, seeking the Shehu's prayers and cooperation in the ongoing efforts.
'Traditional rulers are playing a crucial role in this fight, and we appreciate your efforts,' he said, assuring him of his commitment to ending the insurgency.
'I will do anything necessary to boost the front line troops fighting the insurgency,' he added.
The Shehu of Borno, HRH Alhaji Dr. Abubakar Ibn Umar Garbai Al-Amin Elkanemi, congratulated General Shaibu on his appointment, praising the military for their efforts in combating insecurity in the state.
He recalled the military's support during the September 10, 2024, flood in the state, when Lt. General Shaibu was the Theatre Commander of Joint Task Force (North East) Operation Hadin Kai.
The Shehu assured the Army Chief of his and the Borno emirates' continued support to the military, praying for their success in the fight against insecurity in the state and the region.