THE Chief of Defence Staff, Christopher Musa, has vowed not to let Nigerians or President Bola Tinubu down in his determination to restore the country back to peace by putting an end to insecurity.
Musa also reaffirmed the Armed Forces of Nigeria’s goals and principles, reminding troops that it was their solemn obligation to ensure that every member of the military made sacrifices.
He stated this today during the 37 Regular Course’s 38th anniversary of gratitude and the installation of the the immediate-past Chief of Army Staff Lt.-Gen. Faruk Yahaya (Rtd), as the Course’s Grand Patron.
Key military officials from the three services – Army, Navy, and Air Force – attended the event, which began yesterday night and lasted till this morning.
Musa noted that the success of the nation’s military life had been the backbone of the nation’s defense, not just in terms of operational progress but also in terms of the steadfast support and trust of its veterans.
He stated further that the armed services veterans’ dedication and service to the country, as well as their adherence to the concepts of duty, honor, and loyalty, had been a source of encouragement.
“I am saying it from the bottom of my heart. We have this promise to make to all of you, that I will not let you down. We will do whatever it takes to ensure we continue from where you have stopped, so that we can get the desired goals of bringing lasting peace to our dear country Nigeria.”
“I remain committed to upholding the ideals and principles that have guided our armed forces throughout history. It is my solemn duty to ensure that the sacrifices made by each and every member of the service regular courses are duly acknowledged,” he said.
Also the former Chief of Army Staff, Yahaya appreciated his course mates for the honour done to him, adding that the gesture of oneness and togetherness among the course 37 members had come a long way and appealed that it should not only be sustained but improved upon
“This gesture of oneness and togetherness have come a long way. We are talking about four decades of togetherness.
“So we should not relent but to continue and even seek better ways or more ways of improving in what we are doing. Time is changing, so we must move with time upon our mind and our hearts, not forgetting the essence.
“While this organisation is here. Every time we must reflect why and then continue to seek for improvement,” the former COAS said.
