Amanze Chinonye
President Tinubu has called on Nigeria’s newly appointed service chiefs to intensify efforts to defeat terrorism, banditry, and other criminal activities, emphasizing that Nigerians expect results rather than excuses.
The President delivered the charge on Thursday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, following the decoration of the service chiefs with their new ranks.
“We cannot allow the crisis that began in 2009 to persist any longer. I charge you, as the heads of our nation’s armed forces, to carry out your duties with patriotic zeal. Nigerians expect results, not excuses. I also urge you to be innovative, pre-emptive, and courageous. Let’s stay ahead of those who seek to threaten our peace. Let us deploy technology where necessary,” President Tinubu said.
Join our WhatsApp ChannelThe ceremony at the Council Chambers was attended by Vice President Kashim Shettima, Senate President Godswill Akpabio and his deputy, Senator Barau Jibrin, Speaker Tajudeen Abbas and his deputy Benjamin Kalu, as well as other top government officials and governors, including the Governors of Kwara, Jigawa, Lagos, and Ogun states.
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President Tinubu specifically tasked the military chiefs to dismantle the activities of newly emerging armed groups in the North-Central, North-West, and parts of the South.
“Security threats are constantly evolving and mutating. Of grave concern to our administration is the recent emergence of new armed groups. We must be decisive and proactive. Let us smash the new snakes right at the head,” he said.
The President assured the armed forces of the Federal Government’s support, stressing that the safety and security of Nigerians remain central to national development. He commended the military and their families for their sacrifices in defending the nation’s territorial integrity.
“Over the years, our military has remained steadfast, with many soldiers paying the supreme price for their service. Their sacrifices will not be in vain. We have restored peace to many areas previously under siege, rescued countless kidnapped citizens, and significantly diminished the capacity of terror groups,” President Tinubu said.
He urged the service chiefs to foster synergy and provide exemplary leadership in all operations. “Work together as a team. Compare notes, exchange information effectively, and collaborate with other security agencies to defeat this enemy once and for all. We need to clean them up, clear them out. I promise to provide all the support you need to get the job done,” he added.
Responding on behalf of the service chiefs, Chief of Defence Staff General Olufemi Oluyede thanked the President for the appointments and urged Nigerians to support the military’s efforts.
“Security should be our business, but without the support of Nigerians, we can hardly achieve anything. I want to encourage Nigerians of all ethnicities to support us, and ultimately, we will make Nigeria a safer place. That’s our promise to you,” General Oluyede said.
The promoted and decorated service chiefs include General Olufemi Oluyede (Chief of Defence Staff), Lieutenant General Emmanuel Parker Undiandeye (Chief of Defence Intelligence), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu (Chief of Army Staff), Vice Admiral Idi Abbas (Chief of Naval Staff), and Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke (Chief of Air Staff).
The military leaders were accompanied by their spouses and drew applause when they saluted the President and then turned to salute their wives.
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