Christmas: COAS Joins Troops In Maiduguri, Pledges Improved Welfare
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede has commended troops of the Joint Task Force Operation HADIN KAI for their gallantry, sacrifice and dedication to duty.
The COAS made the commendation during the Christmas luncheon organised for the troops in Maiduguri.
He said that the luncheon held during major festive seasons, helps to bring the troops together in a celebratory atmosphere to appreciate their sacrifices and commitment to duty.
The COAS added that it enables the Army to give troops in the frontlines a semblance of what it would have been if they were back home with their families.
The Army Chief appreciated the troops for their significant contributions in the collective effort to defeat terror networks and violent extremist groups that seek to undermine the unity, peace, and security of the nation.
General Oluyede charged the troops to work towards the complete defeat of the nation’s adversaries as the nation transits into the year 2025.
This, he said, was necessary to create the enabling environment for peace, socio-economic development and prosperity of the country.
The COAS reiterated his commitment to consolidating all welfare schemes and instituting new ones to make the troops proud of their chosen profession and remain committed to duty.
He urged the troops to renew their dedication by learning from the lessons of the season in showing love, hope, healing, and renewed vigor.
General Oluyede conveyed the commendation of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and appreciation of Nigerians to all troops fighting in defence of the country.
In his goodwill message, Borno State Governor Babagana Umara Zulum commended the troops for ensuring peace and security in the state, the North East and the nation at large.
The governor, who spoke through the Secretary to the Borno State Government, Dr Bukar Tijani, paid tribute to the troops who paid the supreme price in ensuring peace and security in the state.
He pledged continuous support for the ongoing operations to restore peace and stability in all parts of the state.
Earlier, the Theatre Commander, Major General Waidi Shuaibu, remarked that the luncheon fosters camaraderie and provides the opportunity to recount collective achievements and challenges over the past year.
He appreciated the COAS for visiting the frontline troops twice in three weeks, saying it underscores his commitment to raising the morale of the troops.
The theatre commander assured the COAS that the troops will remain steadfast in their resolve to restore normalcy in the North East region.
The Syndicate reports that the COAS performed the foundation laying ceremony for the construction of two blocks of 30 family accommodations in Maimalari Cantonment before departing Maiduguri.
