The Armed Forces of Nigeria has initiated its 2025 First Bi-Annual Sensitisation Training focused on Stress Management, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and Emotional Intelligence for troops deployed in active combat zones.
The training took place on Friday at the 8 Division Auditorium in Sokoto and was specifically designed for officers and soldiers participating in Operation FANSAN YAMMA, as well as other internal security operations throughout the country.
At the opening ceremony, the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, reiterated the military’s dedication to supporting the mental health of its personnel. He highlighted that soldiers face not only physical dangers but also significant emotional and psychological challenges while on duty.
Representing the Chief of Defence Staff, the Director of Innovation and Concept Development at Defence Headquarters, Major General Warrah Idris, emphasized the importance of mental health management, stating that it is as vital as physical readiness in modern warfa
