COAS Sets Plans in Motion to Activate Newly Established 83 Division in Benin

The Nigerian Army is gearing up to activate its newly established 83 Division in Benin, as announced by the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu. According to THISDAYLIVE, the plans for operationalisation come as part of a wider military strategy to enhance security in the region. This development marks a significant step in strengthening the army’s presence in the southwest, a region that has witnessed increased insecurity in recent years. The exact timeline for operationalisation remains unclear, as the Nigerian Army has not yet provided details.

This move is expected to bolster the army’s capacity to respond effectively to security threats in the region. The 83 Division is one of several new divisions established by the Nigerian Army in recent years as part of a broader effort to modernise and improve the army’s operational capabilities.