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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
Army, DSS arrest notorious cultist, gunrunner in Cross River, recover weapons
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 13 Brigade, in collaboration with the Department of State Services (DSS), have arrested a suspected cultist and gunrunner during a raid operation in Ikom Local Government Area of Cross River State.
Security sources said the operation was carried out at about 1:10 a.m. on April 3 along Effangha Spring Road in Ikom.
The sources disclosed that the suspect, who hails from Khana Local Government Area of Rivers State, was apprehended during the coordinated raid.
According to the sources, troops recovered one revolver pistol, one sword, two laptops, four mobile phones, one digital camera, one wristwatch, three identity cards, and a sack of garri allegedly used to conceal the weapon.
The suspect and recovered items have since been handed over to the DSS for further investigation and possible prosecution.
Security authorities said the operation is part of ongoing efforts to curb cult-related violence and illegal arms circulation in the South-South region.
Army, DSS arrest notorious cultist, gunrunner in Cross River, recover weapons
Gunmen kill village head, wife in Adamawa, son hospitalised
By: Zagazola Makama
Unknown gunmen have killed a village head and his wife in Tunga Waja community, Lamurde Local Government Area of Adamawa State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 8:50 p.m. on April 2, when the assailants attacked the residence of the village head and opened fire on him, his wife and their son.
The sources disclosed that the village head died on the spot, while his wife and son sustained gunshot wounds and were evacuated to a medical facility in Tingno for treatment.
According to the sources, the wife later died at the hospital, while the son is currently receiving treatment.
The motive behind the attack remains unclear, while efforts are ongoing to identify and apprehend the perpetrators.
The incident has heightened concerns among residents, as security agencies intensify efforts to restore calm and prevent further attacks in the area.
Gunmen kill village head, wife in Adamawa, son hospitalised
Three soldiers injured in road accident during pursuit of bandits in Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
Three soldiers have sustained injuries following a road traffic accident during an encounter with suspected armed bandits in Birnin Gwari Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 3:00 p.m. on April 2, when troops of 2 Battalion deployed at Forward Operating Base Dogon Dawa were returning from an administrative patrol.
The sources explained that the troops reportedly sighted a group of armed bandits attempting to block the road at Ngede Allah and engaged them, forcing the criminals to flee.
During the pursuit, however, three soldiers fell off a military gun truck and sustained varying degrees of injuries, including fractures to the hand and leg.
The injured personnel were immediately evacuated to the 44 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital in Kaduna, where they are currently receiving treatment and responding positively.
Security operations in the area have continued as troops maintain pressure on criminal elements within the axis.
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Army, DSS arrest notorious cultist, gunrunner in Cross River, recover weapons
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