The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, on Wednesday, 17 December 2025, hosted the President of the Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM), Commodore Abimbola Ayuba, alongside executive members of the Institute at Abalti Barracks, Lagos.
In a press statement, the Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, disclosed that the visit was aimed at strengthening professional ties between the Nigerian Army and the Institute.
Speaking during the visit, the President of NIM showered encomiums on the COAS for his exemplary leadership, describing it as a source of pride to the Institute. He noted that the appointment of Lieutenant General Shaibu as the 25th Chief of Army Staff marked a proud moment for NIM and its members, given his distinguished standing as a member of the professional body. Commodore Ayuba assured the COAS of the Institute’s continued support to the Nigerian Army in its efforts to address prevailing security challenges across the country.
He further described Lieutenant General Shaibu as an astute professional and commended the Nigerian Army for its sustained efforts in maintaining peace and security nationwide.
In his response, the Chief of Army Staff expressed appreciation to the President and executive members of the Institute for the visit, stating that his membership of the Nigerian Institute of Management is one he holds in high esteem. He reaffirmed his commitment to upholding the values and virtues of the Institute in the discharge of his duties.
The COAS noted that the Nigerian Institute of Management remains one of the foremost professional bodies in the country, with a diverse membership cutting across all professions and spheres of life. He assured the delegation that he would continue to uphold the Institute’s values while navigating the prevailing security challenges and managing the affairs of the Nigerian Army. Lieutenant General Shaibu also solicited the Institute’s continued support and prayers towards the restoration of peace and security in areas currently facing challenges.
Also present at the event were the Commandant, Nigerian Defence Academy, Major General Oluyemi Olatoye; the Chief of Policy and Plans (Army), Major General Bamidele Alabi; and other senior officers of the Nigerian Army.
