PRESIDENT Muhammadu Buhari stated today that the Armed Forces’ sacrifices are still valued by Nigerians, while also applauding the patriotic role they performed in ensuring law and order during the recently ended Presidential and National Assembly elections.
Buhari, who virtually commissioned 700 Ashok Leyland troop carrying hehicles assembled in Lagos from his country home, promised further support for the military’s welfare while assuring them that their efforts would not go in vain.
“I wish to commend the resolve of our armed forces towards the defeat of insurgency and its support in maintaining law and order, as was demonstrated in the just concluded Presidential and National Assembly elections,” the President was quoted as saying in a statement by his media aide, Garba Shehu.
“I want to assure you all that your labour will not be in vain. The Administration will continue to support you in every respect, including improving your welfare.”
The President said the war against terror and criminality in the country will be sustained, and boosted with supplies of hardware and better care for the security outfits.
“Moving forward,” he said, “I charge you to consolidate on the gains we have achieved, towards sustaining the peace and stability of the country.”
“Let me firmly assure Nigerians that the Federal Government remains steadfast and committed to winning the war against insurgency and other criminalities. Surely, the Federal Government will not rest on its oars until Nigeria and indeed Nigerians both at home and in the diaspora are free from the menace of terrorism and other forms of harm,” the President added.
President Buhari noted that the vehicles would increase the capability of the Armed Forces, especially their combat efficiency levels.
He added, “I am pleased to be invited here today as the special guest of honour at the commissioning of the 700 Ashok Leyland Troops Carrying Vehicles, procured by the Federal Government of Nigeria. These vehicles, I understand, were assembled by Stallion Motors Limited at Ojo, Lagos.
“This is an important milestone in the annals of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, especially the troops engaged in operations in various theatres. This demonstrates the commitment and importance the Federal Government attaches to the fight against insurgency, criminalities and welfare of personnel,” he said.
President Buhari stated that the operations of non-state actors and transnational criminals have affected the nation’s whole security architecture, emphasizing that the challenges were not unique to Nigeria.
The President commended the Minister of Defence, Maj. Gen. Bashir Salihi Magashi (Rtd), the Chief of Defence Staff, General Lucky Irabor, and the Armed Forces troops for the historic accomplishments.
The Minister of Defence while speaking stated that the country’s security remains a major priority for the government, and that supplies and military welfare will be maintained.
Magashi noted that the vehicles were purchased in accordance with Presidential Order Number 5, highlighting the relationship between the private sector and the military, which resulted in the delivery of improved equipment for more precision and efficiency in security operations.
The minister also mentioned that the corporation has provided usage and maintenance training to military engineers.
Magashi commended the President for his efforts in repositioning the Military Forces, including the huge acquisition of hardware such as jets, ships, and patrol boats, as well as for providing dynamic and excellent leadership.
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