President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of a new Nigerian Army Depot in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, aimed at boosting the army’s manpower and operational capacity.
The depot will complement existing training institutions, ensuring a steady supply of well-trained personnel for national deployment.
According to security analyst Zagozola Makama, the initiative aligns with the Nigerian Army’s strategic plan to enhance national security and produce combat-ready soldiers capable of tackling security challenges, including terrorism and insurgency.
The Abakaliki depot will provide specialist training in marksmanship, fieldcraft, and operational readiness, while prioritizing recruit welfare and wellbeing.
This move is part of the federal government’s efforts to strengthen the Nigerian military’s manpower capacity.