Defence, Security
MAJ-Gen. Kevin Aligbe, the Commander of the Training and Doctrine Command Nigerian Army (TRADOC), has called for sustained investment in Research and Development (R&D) towards boosting the army’s operational capabilities.
Aligbe, made the call at the 2024 Research and Development Conference organised by the TRADOC in Minna, Niger.
This is contained in a statement by the Acting Deputy Director, TRADOC, Lt.-Col. Sani Uba, on Friday in Abuja.
Represented by the Director, Joint and Combined Doctrine TRADOC, Maj.-Gen. Ja’afar Mohammed, he said that the theme of the event, which is “ Leveraging Research and Development in Emerging Technologies as a Panacea for Success in Modern Warfare Within a Joint Environment”, was apt.
The commander emphasised that the role of R&D was essential for the industrialisation and advancement of every nation.
He urged participants to explore new frontiers in emerging technologies, adding that the conference was aimed at building capacity and broadening the horizon of the participants on contemporary R&D issues.
Aligbe added that the conference was designed to articulate ideas that would assist the Nigerian army and other critical stakeholders in their R&D efforts to achieve effective decision making in the interest of national security, peace and development.
According to him, creating a platform like this R&D conference will no doubt assist the participants on innovative thinking and problem-solving techniques through the context of joint military operations.
“It further seeks to explore the latest advancements, trends and challenges in R&D, particularly focusing on how emerging technologies can be effectively integrated into modern warfare strategies,” he said.
Earlier, the Chief of Research Development, Test and Evaluation, TRADOC, Maj.-Gen. Mohammed Danja, said the event was as a platform to keep participants abreast of emerging technologies and their application in modern warfare.
Danja emphasised on the transformative impact of technological advancements in both civilian and military domains, redefining industries, revolutionising lives and workspaces and unlocking unprecedented opportunities.
According to him, the conference will delve into the latest innovations and trends shaping the modern battlefield, particularly within joint military environment.
He thanked the Chief of Army Staff Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, for his unwavering support and prompt approval of resources for the conduct of the Conference.
“As the conference unfolds, it is expected to yield significant insights and actionable strategies that will enhance the operational capabilities of the NA and its allied forces in an increasingly vulnerable, uncertain, complex and ambiguous security environment.
“The conference brings together experts with verse knowledge and participants form the NA, the Nigerian Airforce (NAF) and other security agencies.
“This diverse representation is expected to foster meaningful discussions and collaborative opportunities among participants that could play a crucial role in shaping the future of military operations in Nigeria and beyond,” he said. (NAN)
27th September, 2024.
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