Buratai urges more responsiveness among soldiers

Our Reporter

Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai, has lauded the role of officers and men of the Nigerian Army in counter-insurgency operations in the Northeast and those on other operations across the country and abroad.

The commendation was part of the Army chief’s special Christmas and New Year goodwill message delivered yesterday in Abuja through the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Col. Sagir Musa.

Buratai urged the soldiers to remain steadfast and sustain the momentum in the fight against terrorism.

The COAS advised them to exhibit professionalism and be more responsive in discharging their constitutional responsibilities.

He restated his and President Muhammadu Buhari’s commitment to their welfare and that of their families.

“It is with great humility and gratitude to the Almighty that I send this goodwill message to officers, soldiers and indeed the entire Nigerian Army family on the occasions of this year’s Christmas and New Year celebrations.

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“Let me use this opportunity to commend the efforts and sacrifices of our gallant officers and men currently engaged in counter-insurgency operations in the Northeast as well as those on other operations across the country and abroad.

“I commend you for your bravery, doggedness and loyalty in these endeavours. I want to urge you all to maintain the momentum and remain steadfast as we sustain professionalism and responsiveness in the discharge of our constitutional roles.

“I would continue to ensure that your welfare and that of your families remain of utmost priority.

“I will also use this medium to reassure you of the Federal Government’s commitment to your welfare with requisite support for us to perform our duties.

“The President Commander-In-Chief of the Armed Forces, President Muhammadu Buhari, has reassured us of his total support to the Armed Forces to bring all ongoing operations to logical conclusions.

“I thank you all for the good job you have done in 2019 and look forward to us making greater progress in 2020. God bless you all the gallant troops of the Nigerian Army,” Buratai said.