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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
Abuja–kaduna train derails with perssengers onboard, casualties feared
By: Zagazola Makama
A train travelling from Abuja to Kaduna on Tuesday derailed after reportedly missing a point, Zagazola reports.
Details of the incident are still sketchy, and the number of fatalities or casualties could not be immediately ascertained.
Emergency responders and security agencies are said to be moving to the scene, while officials are yet to issue an official statement on the development.
Abuja–kaduna train derails with perssengers onboard, casualties feared
Man kills rival over alleged affair with wife in Adamawa
By: Zagazola
The Police in Adamawa have launched a manhunt for a suspect alleged to have killed a villager over a dispute involving his wife in Demsa Local Government Area of the state.
Sources said the incident occurred in Wuro Bakumbo village, where one Hamman Shomo allegedly attacked Hammadu Shagari with a knife following a quarrel.
It said the quarrel, which took place on Sunday, stemmed from Shomo’s suspicion that Shagari was having an affair with his wife, identified as 20-year-old Rabi Alim.
According to sources, Shagari initially escaped into the bush after the attack, but his lifeless body was discovered the next day, (Monday) lying in a pool of blood with deep cuts on his back.
The sources said the scene was visited by police, documented, and the corpse evacuated to General Hospital, Numan, for autopsy.
The sources said that efforts were ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspect, while the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) had been detailed to carry out discreet investigation.
Man kills rival over alleged affair with wife in Adamawa
Gunmen kill vigilante, abduct man, wife and child in katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
Armed men have killed a vigilante and abducted three members of a family in Katsina metropolis, the Police Command has confirmed.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred in the early hours of Monday at Filin Canada Quarters, behind Steel Rolling Mill.
The sources explained that the assailants broke into the residence of one Anas Ahmadu, and abducted him, his wife Halimatu, and their daughter, Jidda.
According to the sources, a vigilante member attached to the area, Abdullahi Muhammad, 25, was shot by the attackers while attempting to resist the abduction.
He was rushed to the General Hospital, Katsina, where he was confirmed dead.
Security operatives have been directed to intensify efforts to track down the perpetrators, rescue the victims and restore normalcy in the area.
Gunmen kill vigilante, abduct man, wife and child in katsina
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