Insecurity: I won’t lose battle to keep Nigeria secure —Tinubu

Insecurity: I won’t lose battle to keep Nigeria secure —Tinubu

 President Bola Tinubu on Monday vowed that the battle to
keep Nigeria secured is one battle he will not lose.

 

The President said he will continue to work assiduously and
provide the military with the necessary support to keep the troublers of the
nation at bay.

 

Speaking at the Chief of Army Staff Annual Conference 2023
in Maiduguri, Borno State, President Tinubu said he has no intention of
relenting or resting on his laurels in securing Nigeria, declaring that he will
win the battle to keep Nigeria safe.

 

The President, who acknowledged the Nigerian Army’s
commitment to national security, asked the army to remain non-partisan but
vigilant in upholding democratic principles, emphasizing their role as a
guardian of constitutional order during elections.

 

A statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President
on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, quoted Tinubu as saying, “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.

 

“We also note with great satisfaction the many
civilian-military projects across the country, some of which will be
commissioned during this Conference.

 

“These projects not only bring the military and civilian
population into closer affinity and mutual understanding, they also serve the
practical purpose of tangibly improving the living conditions of the people.”

 

Citing the recent procurement of new aircraft as a testament
of his resolve to upgrade national defence capability, 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 President, while expressing the nation’s gratitude for
the service and sacrifice of the armed forces, recalled his earlier approval of
N18 billion in Group Life Assurance benefits for families of fallen heroes,
even as he pledged continuous government support for the welfare of serving
personnel and their families.

 

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.

 

He pledged to sustain his support for the Nigerian military
in the provision of infrastructure while acknowledging the unalloyed commitment
of the Tinubu administration to substantial investments to enhance the
operational capabilities of the military.

 

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: Insecurity: I won’t lose battle to keep Nigeria secure —Tinubu

 - NigerianEye
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