TINUBU TO NEW SERVICE CHIEFS: NO MORE EXCUSES, DEFEAT TERRORISTS & BANDITS NOW
GREATRIBUNETVNEWS–President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has charged the newly appointed service chiefs to intensify efforts to defeat terrorism, banditry, and other criminal activities across Nigeria. At their decoration ceremony, Tinubu emphasized that Nigerians expect results, not excuses.
The President urged the service chiefs to be innovative, pre-emptive, and courageous, deploying technology where necessary to stay ahead of threats. He specifically tasked them to dismantle emerging armed groups in the North-Central, North-West, and parts of the South, warning that these new threats must not be allowed to fester.
Tinubu’s directive came as he charged the new military leadership to be proactive and decisive in tackling security challenges, stressing that the crisis that began in 2009 must not persist any longer.
“Security threats are constantly evolving and mutating. Of grave concern to our administration is the recent emergence of new armed groups in the North-Central, North-West, and parts of the South.
“We must not allow these new threats to fester. We must be decisive and proactive. Let us smash the new snakes right at the head.”
The ceremony was attended by key government officials, including Vice President Kashim Shettima and Senate President Godswill Akpabio.
He assured the armed forces of the Federal Government’s readiness to support their efforts, reiterating that the safety and security of Nigerians remain paramount for national development.
The President commended the courage and commitment of the military and their families for their sacrifices to the nation.
“Over the years, our military has remained steadfast in defending our nation’s territorial integrity, with many soldiers paying the supreme price for their service. Their sacrifices will not be in vain.
“We have restored peace to many areas previously under siege, rescued countless kidnapped citizens, and significantly diminished the capacity of terror groups.
“There were times when terrorists and armed marauders held significant portions of our land; this is no longer the case,” President Tinubu said.
He urged the service chiefs to ensure synergy and provide exemplary leadership in all their operations.
“I advise you to work together as a team. Compare notes, exchange information effectively, and follow up proactively to ensure a seamless process. Work with other security agencies and defeat this enemy once and for all. We need to clean them up, clear them out. I promise to provide all the support you need to get the job done.”
Responding on behalf of the service chiefs, the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, thanked the President for finding them worthy of the appointments.
General Oluyede urged Nigerians to support the military in the campaign to safeguard Nigeria’s territorial integrity and rid the country of terrorism, banditry, and other criminal activities.
He also assured the President of their determination to keep the country safe.
“Security should be our business, but without the support of Nigerians, we can hardly achieve anything. I want to encourage Nigerians of all ethnicities to support us, and ultimately, we will make Nigeria a safer place. That’s our promise to you,” he said
The Service Chiefs who were promoted and decorated with their new ranks include the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede; Chief of Defence Intelligence, Lieutenant General Emmanuel Parker Undiandeye; Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu; Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas; and Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke..
The Service Chiefs were accompanied to the event by their spouses. The military chiefs drew applause from the audience when, after saluting the President, their Commander-in-Chief, they turned and saluted their wives.
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