ADVERTORIAL Category& Security Defense
periodic reviews of training manuals and packages to ensure that all officers and soldiers are optimally train in Military Professional Education as obtainable in other militaries worldwide. In addition to reequipping and remodeling of some training institutions, the COAS established Army War College Nigeria, Nigerian Army University and Nigerian Army Resource Centre with the sole aim to advance teaching and learning among the personnel. The period under review revealed significant improvement in capacity building and human resource development through courses in both local and international reputable institutions. General Buratai demonstrated penchant for promotion of research and innovation, a development that witnessed considerable breakthrough in improving combat efficiency and readiness of the troops. One unique feat and endearing decision by the COAS is the giant strides recorded in observance of Human Rights by troops during training exercises and operations by NA. Through the establishment of Human Rights Desks in all the formations, the issues of Human rights violations
have drastically reduced, thereby greatly improved the already existing excellent civil military relations. In recognition of his outstanding selfless services to humanity and display leadership qualities, the COAS is a proud recipient of several awards and honours presented to him by foreign military, Civil Society Organisations, reputable national and International media houses, traditional rulers and Non Governmental Organisations, among others. Notable among the awards and honours include; Order of Military Merit Brazil, (the highest military honour in the country), Millennium Hero Award by the Coalition of Civil Society Organisations, Record Breaker Award presented by Sublime Magazine. Other awards are Crystal Trophy Award Security Watch Africa, Doctor in Leadership and Peace by Kaduna State University, Leadership Award by African Leadership Magazine, Professorat-Large by Igbinedion University Okada, Grand Achiever’s Award on Peace and Security by Organisation of Environmental, Agricultural and Health Development by National NGO, Merit Award for Patriotic Service to Our Fatherland by Sarkin Bwari, Heroes Leadership and
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Recognition Award by Care for Heroes Organisation and Protector of Environment by Oil and Solid mineral Production Area Landlord Association of Nigeria. Lieutenant General Buratai, a dogged fighter, visionary and exemplary leader, enjoys intimate interactions with troops and their families in a bid to boost their morale and give them a sense of belonging. In fact, Lieutenant General TY Buratai must be commended in achieving this rare feat within the shortest time.
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One unique feat and endearing decision by the COAS is the giant strides recorded in observance of Human Rights by troops during training exercises and operations by NA.
