MILITARY: After Relocation to Wukari, 6 Brigade Deepens Ties With Universities.

By Jako Keke [Jalingo Times] October 23, 2026.

The Commander of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, Brigadier General Chukwuemeka Michael Akaliro, has reaffirmed the Brigade’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with tertiary institutions to promote peace, security and a conducive learning environment in Taraba State.

Akaliro gave the assurance on Thursday, October 22, 2026, during familiarisation visits to Kwararafa University and the Federal University Wukari, where he engaged the management teams of both institutions on areas of mutual interest and cooperation.

At Kwararafa University, the Commander was received by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Shishi Zheme, alongside members of the university’s management. He later visited the Federal University Wukari, where the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Benjamin Kefas Ate, and other principal officers welcomed him.

Speaking during the visits, Brigadier General Akaliro said the engagements were designed to strengthen existing relationships, promote mutual understanding and explore opportunities for closer collaboration between the Nigerian Army and the academic institutions.

He emphasised the importance of sustained partnerships between security agencies and universities in maintaining peace, ensuring safety and creating an environment where teaching, learning and research can thrive.

The Commander explained that the visits formed part of his ongoing familiarisation tour since assuming command of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army in Wukari.

He noted that the relocation of the Brigade Headquarters from Jalingo to Wukari provided an opportunity to deepen engagement with key institutions and stakeholders in the area, particularly in advancing security and peaceful coexistence.

In their separate remarks, the Vice-Chancellors of Kwararafa University and the Federal University Wukari commended the Nigerian Army for its contributions to maintaining peace and security in Taraba State and the country at large.

They expressed appreciation for the Commander’s visits and pledged their institutions’ continued cooperation with 6 Brigade in promoting security, peaceful coexistence and community development.

The visits featured interactive sessions with the university management teams, the presentation of souvenirs and group photographs.

The engagements underscore the importance of collaboration between security agencies and educational institutions in building safer academic communities and strengthening civil-military relations in Taraba State.

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