The Nigerian Army has taken a decisive step toward elevating its training and operational capabilities with the commissioning of a cutting-edge Wargaming Centre at the Department of Land Warfare, Armed Forces Command and Staff College (AFCSC), Jaji.
In a statement released by the Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Colonel Appolonia Anele, the new facility which was commissioned by the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, marks a significant upgrade to the Army’s simulation and strategic planning ecosystem. The initiative forms part of a broader drive to modernize military education and enhance decision-making processes in increasingly complex security theatres.
At the commissioning ceremony, the Commandant of AFCSC, Air Vice Marshal Hassan Idris Alhaji, highlighted the College’s commitment to grooming officers who can navigate today’s challenging operational environments. He noted that the Wargaming Centre, designed under the direction of the Army leadership, will deepen intellectual readiness by sharpening strategic thought, operational planning and combat rehearsal capabilities.
The facility incorporates advanced digital simulation tools capable of modeling diverse conflict scenarios, enabling commanders and students to test strategies, anticipate battlefield shifts and refine mission execution with greater precision. Its’ launch signals the Army’s shift toward technology driven training platforms aligned with global military standards.
The Chief of Army Staff underscored the relevance of AFCSC as a hub for cultivating forward thinking officers capable of responding to Nigeria’s evolving security dynamics. He noted that modernizing training infrastructure remains central to building a force equipped for tomorrow’s battles, especially as threats become more agile and technologically influenced.
The commissioning further reflects the Army’s broader transformation agenda, supported by the President and Commander-in-Chief, whose commitment to national security has accelerated upgrades across military formations and institutions. The COAS acknowledged the efforts of the Commandant and the College community in maintaining AFCSC’s status as a respected academic center that attracts personnel from across the globe.
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