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CDS URGES MILITARY OFFICERS TO LEAD BY EXAMPLE
CDS URGES MILITARY OFFICERS TO LEAD BY EXAMPLE
By: Adamu Umar
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Christopher Gwabin Musa, has reaffirmed his commitment to strengthen Nigeria’s Security and Defense architecture through people-centric leadership approach. The CDS stated this on 4 March 2025, while delivering a lecture titled ” Nigeria’s Security and Defense: My Leadership Concept for the Armed Forces of Nigeria ” to Students of Senior Course 47 and Junior Course 99/2025 of the Armed Forces Command and Staff College (AFCSC) in Jaji Military Cantonment.
Speaking during the lecture, General Musa stated that, the leadership of the Armed Forces of Nigeria is critical in achieving Nigeria’s Security and Defence goals by providing clear direction. Furthermore, it provides guidance and the requisite approach to steer the affairs of our Armed Forces. “Hence my leadership concept for the armed forces is crucial to the realization of our Grand National Strategy as well as security and defence of the country”, he said.
Asserting that his leadership concept for the Armed Forces is ” to nurture a professional Armed Forces of Nigeria that is people-centric, capable of meeting its constitutional responsibilities in a joint and collaborative environment” Gen Musa pointed out that while the tenets of his leadership concept are anchored on three pillars, which are People-Centric, Prioritizing Troops Welfare, Deepening Jointness and Interagency Collaboration as well as Multinational Cooperation. It is also premised on the fact that the leadership of our Armed Forces should transmit integrity, strength of character, boldness and determination to the officers and men.
Therefore, he charged the officers to refocus on the values mentioned at every level to ensure that their officers and men attain the professionalism desired of a modern Armed Forces. He further stated that, this calls for a reorientation, proper administration and improved welfare of troops, amongst others.
Consequently, constant and purposeful training, targeted at achieving these objectives, remains vital. “It is therefore, envisaged that my leadership concept and vision for the Armed Forces will provide the necessary guidance for the entire military hierarchy to steer our Armed Forces forward” he said. As such, he urged the student officers not only to defend the country, but also contribute to its peace, stability and prosperity. Highlights of the session included, interactive session, presentation of souvenir and group photograph.
CDS URGES MILITARY OFFICERS TO LEAD BY EXAMPLE
Troops nutrialised several Boko Haram terrorists in Yobe
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have nutrialised several Boko Haram terrorists after it successfully repelled a terrorist ambush along the Longlari–Kanama road in Yunusari Local Government Area of Yobe State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 5:23 p.m. on March 14 when troops of the 159 Battalion Nigerian Army, B Company, stationed in Kanama, were returning from a routine patrol.
.According to the sources, the troops were ambushed by suspected terrorists along the Longlari–Kanama road near Mairari village.
The troops engaged the terrorists with heavy fire and neutralized several of them forcing many of them fo flee.
Following the encounter, the soldiers conducted exploitation of the general area to track the fleeing insurgents.
Troops nutrialised several Boko Haram terrorists in Yobe
Zulum Condemns Maiduguri Explosion, Calls for Calm, Vigilance in Worship, Public Places
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has condemned in the strongest terms the explosion that occurred in some parts of the metropolis on Monday evening.
Zulum, who is currently in Saudi Arabia for the Lesser Hajj, described the attack as despicable, cruel, and cowardly, targeting innocent people in the holy month of Ramadan.
In a statement, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Media, Dauda Iliya, called for increased vigilance and heightened security measures, particularly in places of worship, as the festive period beckons.
“I am deeply saddened by the explosions that occurred in parts of the metropolis on Monday evening.
My thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims and those injured as a result of the blast. The act is utterly condemnable, barbaric, and inhumane,” said Zulum.
He added, “The recent surge in attacks is not unconnected with intense military operations in the Sambisa forest and other hideouts of the insurgents.
The Governor, therefore, assured people of the state that the military and other security agencies are on top of the situation, as adequate measures have been taken to forestall any security breach in Maiduguri and the entire state.
He called on residents to remain calm, go about their usual activities, and report any suspicious movement or activity to security agencies.
Zulum Condemns Maiduguri Explosion, Calls for Calm, Vigilance in Worship, Public Places
GOC 8 Division visits troops in Kebbi, urges vigilance in operations
By: Zagazola Makama
The General Officer Commanding (GOC) 8 Division Nigerian Army and Commander Sector 2 of Operation Fansan Yamma, Maj. Gen. PB Koughna, has conducted a familiarisation visit to troops deployed in parts of Kebbi State.
During the visit on March 15, the GOC inspected troops of CSI Battalion III at the Forward Operating Base Dirin Daji in Sakaba area of Zuru Local Government Area, as well as personnel of 223 Light Tank Battalion in the state.
The GOC was received by the Commanding Officers of the units, who briefed him on their operational activities and security situation within their areas of responsibility.
Addressing the troops, Maj. Gen. Koughna urged them to remain vigilant, committed and professional in the discharge of their duties.
He also held an operational meeting with the unit commanders, during which issues relating to ongoing operations and prevailing security challenges within their areas of responsibility were discussed.
The visit ended without incident.
GOC 8 Division visits troops in Kebbi, urges vigilance in operations
Troops nutrialised several Boko Haram terrorists in Yobe
Zulum Condemns Maiduguri Explosion, Calls for Calm, Vigilance in Worship, Public Places
GOC 8 Division visits troops in Kebbi, urges vigilance in operations
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