Tinubu Approves Expansion of Nigerian Army to 12 Divisions

President Bola Tinubu has approved the expansion of the Nigerian Army from eight to 12 divisions and the recruitment of 28,000 additional personnel to strengthen the country's security.

According to the statement by the Presidency, the move is aimed at improving the Army's operational effectiveness, boosting border security and enhancing its response to insurgency and other emerging threats.

Four new divisions will be established in Makurdi, Ilorin, Jalingo and Benin City, with the restructuring to be carried out in two phases and completed by December 2026.

 The Presidency says the expansion also includes investments in military equipment, troop welfare and force modernisation to improve national defence capabilities.

President Tinubu also commended the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Ibrahim Shuaibu, as well as officers and soldiers of the Nigerian Army for their dedication to protecting the nation.