The Nigerian Army Armoured Corps (NAAC) has initiated collaboration with indigenous defence technology firm, PROFORCE Industry to strengthen its capacity to counter the growing threat of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) used by terrorists to disrupt military operations.
In order to advance the collaboration, the company showcased a range of advanced security technologies to officers and soldiers of the Corps.
A statement signed by Major A A Adekunle, Acting Deputy Director Army Public Relations,Nigerian Armoured Corps said the technologies displayed included Ground Penetrating Radar, Night Vision Goggles, Drone Jammers, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Surveillance Systems, Open-Source Intelligence Tools, AI-enabled drones, Dark Web Monitoring platforms, and Anti-Tracking/ Anti-Hacking solutions on 5 March 2026 at the Headquarters Nigerian Army Armoured Corps, Obienu Barracks, Bauchi.
Speaking at the event, the Commander Armoured Corps (CAC), Major General Umar Abubakar, stressed the importance of technological innovation in enhancing operational effectiveness and protecting troops in the field.
He noted that the initiative aligns with the Chief of Army Staff’s Command Philosophy, which emphasizes innovation, professionalism and combat readiness.
According to him, the ability to detect and neutralize IEDs remotely, particularly through drone-enabled systems could significantly reduce operational delays and improve troop safety during missions.
The Commander Corps of Artillery, Major General John Adeyemo commended the proactive steps taking by CAC to tackle the threat of IEDs facing NA troops during operations.
Major General Adeyemo who attended the presentation during his office visit to CAC lauded his initiative to engage local engineering expertise to develop solutions to the IED menace, describing it as a commendable move.
The event was attended by the Managing Director, Nigerian Army Special Vehicles Plant, Brigadier General Mohammed Lawal, Chief of Staff, Col HB Haruna, Director Standards and Evaluation, Col CU Okeke among other senior officers and soldiers of the Nigerian Army Armoured Corps.
The collaboration with the PROFORCE Industry underscoring the Nigerian Army’s commitment to leveraging indigenous technological innovation to enhance national security.
In a related development, a team from the Department of Standards and Evaluation led by Brigadier General Moses Ikobah, paid a courtesy visit to the Commander Armoured Corps during an inspection of vehicles, equipment, combat readiness and completed Nigerian Army projects within the Corps’ Area of Responsibility.
The visit was conducted successfully without incident.
