The head of the Army, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, has promised Nigerians that the military is committed to completely getting rid of terrorists, bandits, and other dangers.
The Army leader also said that the military is dedicated and resolute to bring peace to the country.
Nigeria has faced many security issues like terrorism, banditry, and kidnapping, causing loss of lives, abduction of many, and displacement of citizens.
In his Easter message on Sunday, Lagbaja pointed out that the military had made progress in the ongoing operations against terrorism and banditry, among other problems.
He stated, “The Nigerian Army remains committed, determined, and focused on ensuring the total defeat of insurgents, marauding bandits, and all other forms of external and internal aggressions disturbing the peace of the country.
“So far, under my leadership, the Nigerian Army has achieved great success in various operations at home and abroad. You all can confirm our achievements so far, especially in the ongoing Operation Hadin Kai in the North East, and other internal security operations nationwide.
“While encouraging all officers and soldiers of the Nigerian Army to use the season to pray for our continued successes, I wish our Christian faithful and, indeed, all Nigerian Army personnel and their families a wonderful and Happy Easter Celebration.”
The top Army official said that he had given his men the necessary training and resources to address the insecurity affecting the country.
“In line with my command philosophy, ‘To transform the Nigerian Army into a well-trained, equipped and highly-motivated force towards achieving our constitutional responsibilities’, I have ensured the implementation of quality training and equipping toward combating the myriads of security threats confronting the nation,” he said.
He guaranteed his men that he would prioritize their well-being and training.
“As we continue to push towards the final attack on the adversaries troubling our nation, I assure you that the welfare of officers and soldiers, including training and provision of the needed equipment, will always be prioritized to enable us to discharge our constitutional responsibilities effectively.
” However, he urged members of the military to use the Easter celebration to pray against all forms of negative forces working against the peace and progress of Nigeria,” he added.
