The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja has advocated the sustenance of utilization of emerging technologies for operational efficiency in the Nigerian Army (NA).
The COAS stated this today Tuesday 8 August 2023, at the Army Headquarters during a paper presentation, titled “Emerging Technologies and Operational Efficiency: Implications for the Nigerian Army by 2035”, presented by participants of the National Defence College (NDC) Course 31.
Commending the participants for a well researched paper, the Army Chief pointed out, that the paper presentation will revitalize the consciousness of emerging technologies and its implications for operational efficiency.
The COAS disclosed, that the Nigerian Army as a sub system of the larger society is already keying into emerging technologies in its institutions and establishments, adding that the NA will sustain the development, as it cannot divorce itself completely from the dynamics of both its internal and external environments.
The COAS averred, that employing emerging technologies has provided the Nigerian Army with improved surveillance capability, enhanced communication, efficient data management, situational awareness and strategic decision-making.
Earlier, the Commandant National Defence College, Rear Admiral Olumuyiwa Olotu, stated that the presentation unveils the potentials of emerging technologies in significantly impacting on present and future operational engagements of the NA.
He noted that as technologies continue to advance, the NA must continue to adopt and integrate evolving innovations, in other to maintain a competitive edge in the theatres of operations.
He asserted, that the NA must continue to aspire to be a driver of technological changes, while constantly providing emerging technologies to enhance decision-making for operational efficiency.
The event was climaxed with the presentation of a hard copy of the research paper to the COAS.
Category: PSC
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COAS Advocates Utilisation Of Emerging Technologies For Operational Efficiency
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Arase Hails Tafa Balogun As Exemplary Leader, Mentor
The Chairman of the Police Service Commission, Solomon Arase, has spoken highly of the late former Inspector General of Police, Alhaji Tafa Balogun.
He described Tafa Balogun as an exceptional leader and mentor during the late IGP’s first-year remembrance anniversary.
Arase expressed that Alhaji Tafa Balogun’s strength, courage, meticulousness, and kindness had a profound impact on all those who had the privilege of knowing and working with him during his lifetime.
He fondly eulogized Alhaji Tafa Balogun, acknowledging him as a strong, dynamic, and hardworking boss who made significant investments in the lives of numerous vulnerable and underprivileged Nigerians, all in the pursuit of justice.
The PSC Chairman regarded Alhaji Balogun as one of the greatest leaders he had ever served under, and even in his absence, his legacy of benevolence and dedication continues to be recognized both within and beyond the Police Force.
Arase said, “I am grateful to have had him as a boss. He was an essential part of my career as a police officer and I remember him always with pride and honour”.
Arase emphasized that while the loss of Balogun is irreparable, he sincerely hopes that Balogun’s kind and righteous life will be richly rewarded as he finds eternal happiness among the Saints in heaven.
Furthermore, Arase encouraged the family to find solace in the belief that Alhaji Tafa Balogun now resides in a superior realm, and he offered prayers for the eternal peace and tranquility of Balogun’s soul.