Thegavel. The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, has reaffirmed the commitment of the Nigerian Armed Forces to upholding and defending the nation’s democracy.
Gen. Musa made this commitment on Tuesday during a visit by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, to the Defence Headquarters in Abuja.
During the visit, Gen. Musa expressed his gratitude to Mr. Edun for the ongoing support provided to the armed forces, which enables them to effectively fulfill their constitutional duties.
The CDS highlighted the military’s significant progress in weakening the operations of terrorists, insurgents, and other criminal groups across the country.
He further explained that the armed forces, in close collaboration with other security agencies, are working relentlessly to protect critical government infrastructure and to increase oil production, which is essential for boosting economic activities.
In response, Mr. Edun praised the military’s efforts in maintaining national unity and safeguarding democracy. He emphasized that the armed forces’ dedication to protecting the nation’s democratic values is vital for economic growth and the prosperity of businesses.
Mr. Edun also acknowledged the substantial sacrifices made by the military in ensuring the country’s security and assured that the nation’s economy is on the right path, with positive indicators reflecting the government’s performance.
This report was sourced from the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN).
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