President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians and members of the Armed Forces that the nation will prevail against all forms of insecurity, stressing that the sacrifices of the country’s brave servicemen and women will never be in vain.
In a post by the Special Adviser to the President on Information & Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu gave the assurances during an interfaith breaking of fast with members of the Armed Forces at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
The President reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the welfare of officers and men on the frontlines, saying, “I have listened to the Chief of Army Staff on my recent approvals to the Nigerian Armed Forces. My duty is to thank all of you on behalf of a grateful nation, knowing fully well that many times you are without your families and that you stay away from them. Some of you are facing attacks by bandits and terrorists.
The President commended their courage, sacrifice, and professionalism, and for putting their lives on the line in defence of Nigeria’s sovereignty and the safety of its citizens.
He noted that the gallant efforts of the security forces have continued to degrade the capabilities of terrorist groups and bandits operating in various parts of the country.
Continuing, the President said, “You have been working to serve the country deeply and protect our sovereignty. This nation will always be grateful to you, and your sacrifices will not be in vain, I assure you.”
According to the statement, President Tinubu assured them of continued investment in modern equipment, intelligence, and logistics to enhance their operational effectiveness while also thanking Nigerians for their endurance during the economic reengineering.
Earlier, the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Oluwafemi Oluyode, represented by the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu, commended the President for various approvals which had enhanced their welfare and operational efficiency.
He said, “I want to appreciate the Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces for the auspicious opportunity of marking the breaking of fast for both faiths. This unique period offers us the opportunity to renew our service and our commitments to our fatherland. I want to most sincerely thank our indefatigable President for the various approvals for the upward review of salaries of members of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, as well as the upward review of allowances of the Brigade of Guards.
According to him, “These various approvals also extend to the areas of equipment procurement as well as the provision of decent accommodations for the members of the armed forces. These laudable approvals will go a long way in enhancing our operational efficiency, and I assure you that they are well-received by all members of the armed forces.”
Tinubu Assures Armed Forces of Support, Says Sacrifices Won’t Be in Vain
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