Eid El Fitr- CDS Seeks Support For Frontline Troops

The Chief of Defence Staff General Olufemi Oluyede, has felicitated frontline troops and called on Nigerians to support them in discharge of their constitutional duties.

The CDS in a goodwill message in commemoration of Eid-El-Fitr said the
occasion presents an opportunity to reflect on the spiritual lessons of Ramadan and to express gratitude to the Almighty for the blessing of witnessing the end of this holy period.

He said the holy month of Ramadan is a time devoted to prayer, sacrifice, charity and self-discipline.

He, therefore, urged all to continue to uphold the noble virtues imbibed during the Ramadan, particularly the fear of God, honesty, tolerance, compassion, peace and mutual support.

“These values remain essential not only for personal growth but also for strengthening the bonds of unity within our Armed Forces and across our nation,”.

He assured that the AFN remains conscious of the enormous responsibility of safeguarding the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the nation, Nigeria which requires immense sacrifice.

He noted that some gallant members of the Armed Forces in defending the country have paid the supreme price while others continue to bear the burden of injuries sustained in the line of duty.

“Their courage and selflessness will never be forgotten and we remain deeply grateful for their unwavering commitment. At this critical stage of our national development, the security and stability of Nigeria remain essential to sustaining our democratic institutions and enabling our citizens to pursue their aspirations in peace and prosperity.”

General Oluyede urged troops deployed across the various theatres of operations to remain disciplined, resilient, patriotic, and courageous in the discharge of their constitutional responsibilities.

“The evolving security environment requires that we consolidate the joint operations across the various geopolitical zones, enhance our operational synergy, and maintain a professional posture capable of mitigating emerging threats to our nation’s sovereignty.”

He assured troops that their welfare and well-being remain a priority,adding that efforts will continue to be made to improve administrative support, strengthen operational capabilities, and create the conditions necessary for our personnel to perform their duties effectively while upholding the highest standards of professionalism.

“On this special occasion, I call on all Nigerians to continue to support our troops as we work tirelessly to address the security challenges confronting our nation. The defence of our country is a collective responsibility that requires the cooperation of government institutions, communities, and citizens working together thus espousing the whole-of-government approach. Through our shared resolve and cooperation, we will continue to strengthen the security of our nation and uphold the enduring values of our flourishing democracy,”.
He thanked President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his steadfast support to the Armed Forces of Nigeria.

“This commitment is evident in the sustained enhancement of defence capabilities, operational resources and personnel welfare, which collectively strengthen the Armed Forces’ capacity to safeguard national security and support stability across the nation.”