The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has charged soldiers graduating from the Nigerian Army’s Advanced Infantry Training Programme to uphold professionalism, discipline and operational excellence as they join newly established divisions, formations and units. The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has charged soldiers graduating from the Nigerian Army’s Advanced Infantry Training Programme to uphold professionalism, discipline and operational excellence as they join newly established divisions, formations and units. ADVERTISEMENTThe COAS said many of the graduating soldiers would form the foundation of the newly established formations and must apply their training effectively in the field. “The graduating soldiers are expected to translate their training into operational effectiveness.” The Army chief also reminded the soldiers to respect the rule of law, protect human rights and comply strictly with rules of engagement during operations.