CHIEF OF DEFENCE STAFF: ARMY COMMITTED TO DEFEND DEMOCRACY, CONSTITUTION

U.S. Navy Adm. Christopher W. Grady, Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, meets with General Christopher Musa, Chief of the Defense Staff of Nigeria, at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., January 19, 2024. (DOD photo by Staff Sgt. Alexander Nieves)

By Hillary Asemota

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa, on Wednesday, Nigeria’s 25th democracy day extended warm felicitations to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, and all Nigerians on the occasion of democracy day celebration even as he said that the Military will continue to defend the constitution and democracy.

The felicitation, he said is coming on behalf of the officers and men of the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN),

In a statement, the Acting Director, Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, quoted General Musa reaffirms the unwavering commitment and loyalty of the Armed Forces of Nigeria to the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the President, Commander-in-Chief.

Accordingly, the AFN remains dedicated to supporting and strengthening democracy for the benefit of all Nigerians as we shall continue to collaborate with national and sub-national institutions to entrench constitutional governance.

The CDS acknowledges the sacrifices made by members of the Armed Forces in various theaters of operation across the country, which is evidence of their commitment to the unity and growth of Nigeria.

He urges personnel to uphold the tenets of democracy, safeguard citizens’ rights, and ensure a peaceful and secure environment for all.

General Musa also appealed to all Nigerians to remain positive towards the challenges being faced and to support the AFN in the fight against all acts of terrorism and criminality. He assured them that victory is insight.

The CDS wishes President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and all Nigerians a happy and peaceful Democracy Day celebration.

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