Leadership bedrock of functional, effective Army, Commandant tells Warrant Officers
The Commandant, Depot, Nigerian Army Major General Ahmadu-Bello Muhammad, says leadership and excellent management of personnel and assets are critical in any warfare situation.
He said the two components are the bedrock of a functional and effective Army.
Major General Muhammad stated this on Monday during Leadership and Management Seminar for Course 46 holding at the Warrant Officers’ Academy in Jaji Military Cantonment, Kaduna State.
The theme of the seminar is ‘Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Enhanced Operational Effectiveness: Leadership Imperative for Modern Military’.
The depot commandant stressed that decisions made by leaders at all levels, including middle level and junior officers, impact operational effectiveness and the achievement of organisational objectives.
He therefore said that the dynamic nature of warfare has made it imperative to maintain high standard in military leadership and management.
Major General Muhammad emphasised the importance of realism in training, encouraging participants to draw from their personal experiences in various operations.
He explained that the seminar was put together to develop the leadership capabilities of the warrant officers, sharpen their skills in managing subordinates, and expand their understanding of the military profession.
The commandant emphasised that the target is to turn the participants into role models for their subordinates, contribute to team ethos, and enhance operational effectiveness.
He appreciated the Army authorities for organising the seminar in recognition of the crucial role of warrant and senior non-commissioned officers in the Armed Forces.
Earlier, the Commandant of the Warrant Officers’ Academy, Brigadier General Aminu Umar, said the seminar aimed to bridge the leadership and management gap between commissioned officers and the enlisted cadre.
He also said the seminar provided a unique opportunity for the participants to share perspectives and experiences, so as to enhance their leadership and management skills and acumen in the effective discharge of their duties.
Brigadier General Umar said the seminar aligned with the Chief of Army Staff’s Command Philosophy of consolidating the transformation of the Nigerian Army.
The seminar brought together personnel from the Nigerian Army, Nigerian Navy, and Nigerian Air Force to promote inter-service collaboration and teamwork in tackling contemporary security issues in Nigeria.
