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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the expansion of the Nigerian Army from eight to twelve divisions and authorised the recruitment of 28,000 additional personnel in a sweeping move aimed at strengthening national security and improving military effectiveness across the country.

The decision, announced in a State House press release on Thursday, marks a significant restructuring of the Army’s operational framework and is expected to enhance command efficiency, rapid response, and coordination in tackling Nigeria’s evolving security challenges.

Under the new arrangement, the Nigerian Army will operate twelve divisions strategically distributed nationwide to ensure wider territorial coverage and improved operational reach. The divisions will be headquartered in Kaduna, Ibadan, Jos, Makurdi, Port Harcourt, Maiduguri, Sokoto, Ilorin, Jalingo, Lagos, Enugu, and Benin City, with each command overseeing specific states within its jurisdiction.

The expansion introduces new divisions in Makurdi, Ilorin, Jalingo, and Benin City, a move officials say will decentralise command structures, strengthen border security, and enhance the protection of critical national infrastructure. It is also expected to boost counter-insurgency operations and improve internal security responses, particularly in areas prone to violent threats.

According to the presidency, the implementation will be carried out in two phases. The first phase, which includes the establishment of the 5, 9, and 10 Divisions alongside the reorganisation of existing formations, is scheduled for completion by September 2026. The second phase, involving the creation of the 83 Division and further structural adjustments, is expected to be finalised by December 2026.

The approval forms part of a broader effort by the Tinubu administration to modernise the Armed Forces and reinforce Nigeria’s defence architecture. Recent measures have included the procurement of critical military equipment, improvements in troop welfare, and sustained support for operational readiness.

The recruitment of 28,000 personnel is expected to significantly increase the Army’s manpower, addressing gaps in force deployment and enhancing its capacity to respond swiftly to emerging threats across multiple regions.

President Tinubu, who is Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, said the expansion reflects his administration’s commitment to equipping the military to effectively confront security challenges and safeguard the nation’s sovereignty.

He also commended the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Ibrahim Shuaibu, as well as officers and soldiers of the Nigerian Army, for their professionalism and dedication in defending the country.

The President reaffirmed his government’s resolve to continue investing in the Armed Forces to ensure they remain well-equipped, motivated, and capable of protecting lives and property nationwide.

The latest reform comes amid ongoing security operations across various parts of the country, where the military continues to engage insurgents, bandits, and other criminal elements.

Presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga said the expansion would significantly improve operational effectiveness and ensure faster military response to threats, reinforcing confidence in Nigeria’s security framework.

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