Training and Doctrine Command | |
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Active | 1981–present |
Country | Nigeria |
Branch | Nigerian Army |
Type | Army Command |
Role | military recruitment basic military training and education |
Garrison/HQ | Minna, Niger State, Middle Belt[1] |
Nickname(s) | TRADOC |
Website | TRADOC Army Website |
Commanders | |
Current commander | Major General Kelvin Aligbe |
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The Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC Minna) is a research-oriented formation in the Nigerian Army. It is headquartered in Minna in the Niger State.[2] TRADOC is charged with doctrinal training and combat development, supervising training centers. It also serves as a senior think-tank in Nigeria. TRADOC was formed in 1981 under the leadership of Major General Geoffrey Obiaje Ejiga,[3] and currently supervises all the Army's schools, as well as an army depot.[2][4] Before the establishment of the Nigerian Army Resources Centre (NARC) in 2015, TRADOC also; served as a liaison centre for the Army.[5]