Tinubu, who was represented by the Vice President, Kashim Shettima, disclosed that the Presidency was aware of issues of inadequate equipment and insufficient funding among other factors affecting the operational efficiency of the armed forces.
“It is on record that the joint efforts of the Nigerian Army, other services, and security agencies are responsible for degrading the dreaded Boko Haram terrorist sect. This commendable act has also been replicated in the ongoing efforts to decimate bandits, secessionists, and other criminal elements trying to disrupt the peace and stability of the nation.”
Tinubu, therefore, acknowledged the sacrifices made by several gallant officers and soldiers who had lost their lives and those who sustained various degrees of injuries, including cases of permanent disabilities. The President urged the Nigerian Army to always be guided by international best practices, especially extant humanitarian laws and rules of engagement while conducting operations.
He said, “As a responsible government, we are conscious of the security concerns of the citizenry, and as such, I wish to reassure you of our resolve to defeat all threats to national security within the shortest possible time.” Earlier, the Chief of Army Staff, Maj. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, pledged the Nigerian Army’s unflinching support for democratic governance in Nigeria.All rights reserved. This material, and other digital content on this website, may not be reproduced, published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without prior express written permission from PUNCH.
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