PRESIDENT TINUBU IN MAIDUGURI VOWS TO KEEP NIGERIA SECURE
President Bola Tinubu at the Chief of Army Staff Annual Conference 2023 in Maiduguri, Borno State, on Monday, promised to secure the nation from bandits and terrorists, saying he will be unrelenting in achieving the goal.
He also asked the army, which he described as a guardian off constitutional order to remain non-partisan and vigilant in upholding democratic principles.
"The professional conduct of the Armed Forces during the elections in Bayelsa, Imo and Kogi States underscores your role as a guardian of our constitutional order and democracy precepts. In this regard, the Nigerian Army must remain completely non-partisan but vigilantly pro-democracy.
President Tinubu also affirmed his administration’s commitment to advancing the ongoing modernization process within the military, with a focus on improving mobility, communications, and offensive striking capabilities.
The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar said the President's new approach to empowering the force and enhancing intra-military collaboration has led to a substantial increase in morale for the armed forces.
"Mr. President, you are a man of your word. Your Renewed Hope agenda assured Nigerians of progress in the fight against insecurity. The men of the armed forces are more committed than ever before. They see the progress they recording. They know the damage they are inflicting on our enemies. They have high morale. Our enemies do not because of your leadership. Thank you, Mr. President," the Minister stated.
The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, informed the President that ongoing military operations in different parts of the country have significantly weakened criminal elements, while checkmating farmer-herders crises in various parts of the country.
"Notwithstanding these achievements, we recognize the importance of continuous evaluation and this conference will be instrumental in formulating long-term strategies to bolster our ability to carry out our constitutional responsibility in the year 2024," the Army Chief said.
Source: State House Press Release.
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