Abuja: The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has charged the Nigerian Army Corps of Military Police (NACMP) to uphold the highest standards of discipline, regimentation, and professionalism within the army. Shaibu, represented by the Chief of Training (Army), Maj.-Gen. Valentine Okoro, delivered this charge during the opening of the NACMP Biannual Training Workshop 2025 held in Abuja.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the workshop, themed ‘Enhancing the Professional Competencies of the Nigerian Army Corps of Military Police Personnel to Effectively Discharge its Responsibilities in Support of Nigerian Army in a Joint and Multi-Agency Environment’, is the first of its kind since 2013. It aims to bridge gaps in professional competence and strengthen the capacity of the corps to effectively support army operations in joint and multi-agency environments.
Lt.-Gen. Shaibu emphasized the critical role of the military police as custodians of discipline and regimentation, noting their central position in promoting professionalism within the army. He urged participants to leverage the workshop to deepen their knowledge, improve proficiency, and strengthen the ethical foundation of their service.
The COAS highlighted the importance of integrating field lessons with doctrinal reflection to refine strategies, enhance operational effectiveness, and maintain the strategic advantage necessary for securing the nation’s stability.
In his welcome remarks, the Provost Marshal (Army), Maj.-Gen. Mathias Erebulu, described the workshop as a landmark initiative aimed at revitalizing professional development within the corps after a 12-year interval. He underscored the corps’ crucial role in supporting the army’s internal security and law enforcement framework, focusing on key areas such as investigations, arms and ammunition control, and the prevention of security breaches.
Erebulu expressed gratitude to the COAS for his visionary leadership and continuous support, acknowledging the collaboration and experience of other security agencies and retired officers that enrich the army’s institutional strength.
The workshop was attended by senior army officers, representatives of other security agencies, retired provost marshals, and resource persons. It features lectures, panel discussions, and knowledge-sharing sessions aimed at strengthening professionalism and regimentation within the Nigerian Army.