More than 200 female soldiers are being trained in counter-terrorism operations at the Army School of Infantry as part of efforts to tackle security challenges in the country.
The Chief of Army Staff, Lt General Tukur Buratai, disclosed this at the graduation ceremony of junior officers course 84 at the Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Jaji in Kaduna State.
After being trained, the female soldiers will be deployed in the North East and other troubled parts of the country to tackle existing and emerging security challenges.
At the graduation ceremony, General Buratai told army officers that much is expected from them in terms of keeping the country together and tackling security challenges, especially the ongoing counter-insurgency operations in the North East.
The army chief also urged the officers to always abide by the Rules of Engagement during any military operation and tackle every challenge with courage, conviction and in the most professional manner.
Army Trains Female Soldiers In Counter-Terrorism Operations
