Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja Highlights the Strategic Importance of Emerging Technologies at National Defence College Presentation
[City Name, Date] – In a significant move towards modernizing its operational strategies, the Nigerian Army is actively endorsing the incorporation of emerging technologies for improved efficiency, as championed by Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS). This resolute endorsement was pronounced on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, during a paper presentation titled “Emerging Technologies and Operational Efficiency: Implications for the Nigerian Army by 2035.” The paper was skillfully presented by participants of the National Defence College (NDC) Course 31 and offered insights into the transformative potential of these technologies.
Commending the authors of the paper for their rigorous research, the Army Chief emphasized that the presentation holds the potential to reinvigorate awareness and consciousness regarding the profound implications of emerging technologies on operational efficiency within the Nigerian Army. Lieutenant General Lagbaja underscored the Nigerian Army’s proactive approach, noting that as a vital component of the larger society, it is already embracing emerging technologies within its institutions and establishments.
Furthermore, he emphasized the need to maintain this trajectory of development, underscoring that the Nigerian Army cannot isolate itself from the rapidly evolving dynamics of its internal and external environments. This strategic approach reflects the Army’s commitment to staying at the forefront of modern warfare and security strategies.
Lieutenant General Lagbaja also highlighted the tangible benefits already reaped from incorporating emerging technologies. These benefits encompass improved surveillance capabilities, enhanced communication systems, efficient data management, heightened situational awareness, and the facilitation of strategic decision-making processes.
The event was marked by the presence of Rear Admiral Olumuyiwa Olotu, the Commandant of the National Defence College, who earlier stated that the presentation effectively showcases the potential of emerging technologies to significantly impact both current and future operational engagements of the Nigerian Army. He emphasized the need for the Army to continuously adopt and integrate evolving innovations in order to maintain a competitive edge in various operational scenarios.
The presentation culminated in the formal handover of a printed copy of the research paper to the COAS, symbolizing the culmination of the event. This development underscores the Nigerian Army’s commitment to staying at the forefront of technological advancements and embracing the transformative potential of emerging technologies for a more efficient and effective operational framework.
