During a passing out parade in Kaduna, Tinubu, represented by Kassim Shettima, told the new soldiers to be vigilant and prepared for the tasks ahead
President Bola Tinubu has urged the military to be more vigilant and committed to safeguarding the country.
The president said this on Saturday in Kaduna during the Passing Out Parade of 707 cadets of the Nigerian Defence Academy.
The cadets commissioned into the armed forces were of the 70 Regular Course, and Direct Short Service Course 27 (Army) and 31 (Air Force).
Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, said his administration remained committed to addressing all security challenges, and will support the military in that respect.
He reminded the military and all Nigerians that without vigilance, efforts to fortify and stabilise the country would remain unattainable.
Tinubu said that the new military officers “will find find themselves in a dynamic landscape which is marked by combat and regimental realities vastly different from those encountered by their predecessors.”
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The president assured that the government would implement programmes and policies to empower the citizens to combat the challenges of poverty, criminality, and terrorism.
The president said he had directed all heads of defence and security institutions to unite in their efforts to protect the nation’s integrity and well being.
He added that as Chairman of the ECOWAS, the body was working diligently to enhance conflict management and development mechanisms in the region.
“Forging a path towards greater peace, stability, and progress across West Africa and beyond is not negotiable.
“While I acknowledge that we have made bold decisions to bolster our economy, even as some developed economies face the threat of recession, our commitment remains resolute.”
