A delegation from the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Defence University on Friday visited the Nigerian Army Headquarters, Abuja as part of the move to bolster bilateral cooperation between both institutions.
Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede received the delegation led by Rear Admiral Hu GangFeng. The Chinese PLA Defence university team were in Nigeria to explore areas of cooperation in order to foster a robust relationship, and promoting better understanding for training and military education between the two Armies.
General Oluyede, at the meeting, highlighted Nigerian Army’s (NA) experience in combating terrorism and insurgency, emphasizing the importance and effectiveness of tailoring operations to address specific security threats.
The COAS, represented by the Deputy Chief of Training (Army), Major General Etsu-Ndagi, also pointed out that sustained training, equipping and dynamic operational strategies have enhanced NA’s operational effectiveness in the ongoing fight against terrorists and insurgents in the country.
He added that this has enabled the troops to decimate the terrorists and curb terrorism threats.
The leader of the Chinese delegation, Rear Admiral Hu GangFeng, expressed China’s commitment to international cooperation and proffered support to the NA in the area of training.
He stated that the delegation comprised representatives from various departments of theatre command, military services, and course participants who are in Nigeria to exchange ideas with their counterparts with a view to fostering a robust relationship.