By Gbemiga Olamikan.
The Nigerian Army Intelligence School (NAIS) has embarked on a study tour to the Headquarters of the Western Naval Command (WNC) and the Joint Task Force South West Operation AWATSE . This is to familiarize students with the critical role of the WNC and Operation AWATSE in ensuring security in the South Western region of Nigeria, and to underscore the importance of inter-service collaboration.
The delegation, led by the Acting Commandant of NAIS, Brigadier General Kingsley Nwoko, comprised students from various courses including the Young Officers Course, Counter Intelligence Officers and Senior Non-Commissioned Officers Courses, Operative Intelligence Course, and Intermediate Intelligence Operative Course.
The Flag Officer Commanding Western Naval Command, Rear Admiral MB Hassan briefed the visiting officers on the history, activities, force structure, achievements and challenges of the operation, with a particular focus on intelligence operations. This was followed by a tour of key naval assets, including the NNS KADA, NNS EKUN, NNS CALABAR, and the Falcon Eye facility which provide students with a firsthand understanding of naval operations.
He expressed his pleasure in hosting the NAIS personnel, emphasizing the importance of such interactions in strengthening the collaboration within the Armed Forces of Nigeria. He highlighted the mutual benefits of sharing knowledge and operational experiences between the Army and Navy.
However, Brigadier General Nwoko, underscored the academic significance of the tour, noting that it aligns with the Chief of Army Staff’s Command Philosophy. He emphasized that the tour is crucial for improving students’ understanding of inter-service synergy and the effectiveness of military operations through actionable intelligence.
He disclosed that the initiative marks a significant step in fostering a comprehensive understanding of joint military operations among future intelligence officers and ensuring that they are well-equipped to contribute to the nation’s security landscape.
