NDLEA highlights impact on Army effectiveness

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NDLEA highlights impact on Army effectiveness 



The Army Headquarters Department of Army Transformation and Innovation hosted a strategic seminar aimed at enhancing operational effectiveness within the Nigerian Army.

 The ceremony was held at the Nigeria Army School of Supply and Transport, Benin City. 

The session focused on the crucial topic, "Lessons Learned Process/Feedback Mechanism", with a special emphasis on the impact of drug and substance abuse.

The highlight of the seminar came from a compelling lecture delivered by the commander of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Edo State, Commander of Narcotics Mitchell Ofoyeju, PhD. commander addressed a packed audience of military personnel, emphasising the detrimental effects of substance abuse on the operational readiness and effectiveness of the army.

"Substance use and addiction pose significant risks not just to the individual soldier but also to unit cohesion and overall mission success," Dr. Ofoyeju stated.

He elaborated on how drug abuse can impair judgement, decrease decision-making capabilities, and increase vulnerability to mental health issues among soldiers.

 The commander called for immediate attention to preventive measures.

The seminar was structured to facilitate open discussions and feedback mechanisms aimed at engaging military personnel.

 Dr. Ofoyeju underscored the importance of creating a culture of awareness and support, where soldiers feel comfortable seeking help.

 "Our focus must shift towards prevention, education, and rehabilitation," he remarked, encouraging participants to see drug abuse as a threat to national security.

In collaboration with the NDLEA, the seminar aims to reinforce existing policies related to welfare and mental health within the Nigerian Army. 

The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, represented by the commandant, Nigeria Army School of Supply and Transport, Benin City, Major Gen. A.O. Adegbite, commended the NDLEA’s proactive approach, stating, "This partnership is essential not only for the health of our soldiers but for the integrity and effectiveness of our operations."

Participants engaged in robust discussions following the lecture, sharing experiences and insights on the challenges.

 The seminar concluded with a call to action, encouraging all soldiers to take personal responsibility and support their peers in creating an army that is both healthy and prepared to face the challenges ahead.

This sensitisation seminar is part of ongoing efforts by the Nigerian Army to ensure a robust feedback mechanism for addressing lessons learned from both operational experiences and societal challenges, reinforcing their commitment to the well-being of troops and the success of national security objectives.



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