In the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and the North Central geographical zone, the Defense Headquarters (DHQ) has initiated the Skill Acquisition Training for Veterans (SAT-V).
This underscores the DHQ’s dedication to enhancing the welfare and post-service well-being of retired members of the Nigerian Armed Forces through possibilities for sustainable livelihood and vocational empowerment.
The Veterans Affairs Directorate of the DHQ organized the four-day course, which took place from July 14 to July 17, 2026, at Headquarters 22 Brigade, Sobi Cantonment, Ilorin, Kwara State. It is a component of continuous initiatives to increase veterans’ economic resilience and independence nationwide.
General Olufemi Oluyede GCOR, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), announced the training’s opening, characterizing it as a strategic investment in veterans’ health and a testament to the Armed Forces’ unwavering dedication to those who gave their lives to defend Nigeria.
The program’s topic, “Enhancing Veterans’ Capacity Building through Sustained Skill Acquisition Training for Enhanced National Development,” he pointed out, emphasizes how crucial it is to present veterans as valuable contributors to Nigeria’s socioeconomic development.
The CDS added that the program is consistent with his leadership style, which emphasizes effective administration and enhanced welfare as essential components. General Oluyede encouraged attendees to embrace the training’s practical knowledge and vocational skills in order to fully utilize the opportunity.
He emphasized that the skills they would get would not only enhance their own quality of life but also significantly advance the growth of the country.
Major General OD Williams, Director of Veterans Affairs, represented the CDS during the inaugural ceremony.
The SAT-V is intended to give veterans the technical and entrepreneurial abilities they need to launch long-lasting companies and find other sources of income following active duty.