(SINL NIGERIA) The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, has urged front-line troops to remain steadfast and resolute in their responsibilities in ensuring the indivisibility of the country.
A statement on Thursday by Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, Director Defence Information said the CDS spoke during his feast with troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Sokoto State, to commemorate Christmas Day Celebration.
Speaking further at the occasion, the CDS extended his appreciation to troops for their unwavering dedications and sacrifices in ensuring the safety and security of Nigeria.
He added that the dislodgement of the re-emerged Lakurawas’ terrorists from their camps in Sokoto and Kebbi States is testament to the Armed Forces of Nigeria ( AFN) commitment to resolving and combating all security challenges across the theaters of operations, while pledging the AFN continuous sustenance of operational tempo and posture across military deployment both home and abroad.
General Musa assured troops of necessary support and resources to carry out their tasks effectively. He also encouraged troops to embrace fostering unity, understanding, and compassion in all they do.
The CDS further expressed his sincere appreciation to the President Ahmed Bola Tinubu, President and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces for his relentless support and the confidence reposed in him to lead members of the AFN; while reaffirming AFN unalloyed loyalty to the Constitution of the Federal Republic.
Similarly, he thanked the Governor of Sokoto State, Dr Ahmad Aliyu, for his support.
Additionally, the CDS also took time to visit wounded and sick soldiers of 8 Division Nigeria Army, Sokoto at their hospital bed, and charged troops to be vigilant, stay focused, and continue to exemplify the finest military traditions.
Meanwhile, the General officer Commanding 8 Division, Nigeria Army and Commander Sector 2 Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Major General IS Ajose in his response, described the feast as a testament to General Musa’s unflinching support and commitment to troops welfare, morale and operation efficiency of troops.
He commended the CDS for his several visits in 3 months, which he said has afforded CDS the opportunity to understand and appreciate the performances and challenges faced by troops.
Major General Ajose further added that the feast is not only an opportunity to celebrate the Christmas season but “to reflect on our collective sacrifices, achievements, and to resolve as a team, even as he applauded the troops courage, resilience, and professionalism.
According to him, that was instrumental to the successes recorded so far.
