The Nigerian Military has vowed to not permit itself for use by sure curiosity teams to undermine democratic governance within the nation.
The Chief of Military Workers, Lt Gen Taoreed Lagbaja, acknowledged this in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, through the opening ceremony of the Chief of Military Workers Mixed Second and Third Quarters Convention 2024, held on the Akwa Ibom State Council of Chiefs Corridor on Tuesday.
“As Chief of Military Workers, my easy response to the decision is, ‘Thanks, however no thanks!’ The Nigerian Military won’t permit itself for use to undemocratically advance any pursuits.”
“Because the service that has confronted vital criticism attributable to earlier army interventions in Nigeria, the Nigerian Military stays safe and united. We’re resolute in sustaining our ongoing efforts to make sure most income accrues to the Federal Authorities for the advantage of all Nigerians,” Lagbaja acknowledged.
He famous that because the military’s senior hierarchy final met in April for the First Quarter Convention, the nation has confronted a brand new set of safety challenges.
He added that the military will evaluation its farms and ranches to spice up meals manufacturing within the nation.
“We’ve witnessed a brand new set of safety challenges within the nation,” he mentioned.
“Other than the identified threats of terrorism, insurgency, banditry, unlawful mining, and farmer/herder conflicts, the latest protests, primarily pushed by discontent over financial points and authorities insurance policies, have resulted in vital unrest and, in some instances, violence.
“This case reminds us that, as an Armed Pressure, we should not solely deal with bodily safety and the defence of the nation but additionally recognise that meals and social safety points can escalate into bodily safety challenges.”
To assist the brand new army meals coverage, Lagbaja mentioned the Military Headquarters is reviewing proposals for partnerships with Ministries, Departments, Businesses, and respected non-public organisations on how finest to collaborate to handle the meals disaster within the nation.
The Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Umo Eno, who declared the convention open, reiterated his dedication to helping the Nigerian Military as he pursues the ARISE Agenda.