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We’re committed to Nigeria’s democracy, Irabor reaffirms

By Odita Sunday, Abuja
25 May 2023   |   3:39 am
Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Lucky Irabor, has reassured Nigerians of the military’s commitment towards entrenchment of democracy in the country.

Chief of Defence Staff, General Lucky Irabor,

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Lucky Irabor, has reassured Nigerians of the military’s commitment towards entrenchment of democracy in the country.

Irabor gave the assurance at the Regimental Dinner organised in honour of President Muhammadu Buhari, on Tuesday night, in Abuja, as part of activities lined up for the May 29 inauguration ceremony.

He hinted that the military, in collaboration with other security agencies, would work hard to ensure the country is adequately protected, as part of its effort to contribute to national development.

The CDS also pledged the military’s loyalty to the President and the Constitution as Buhari bows out of office.

He said: “Our determination to uphold democratic growth is rock solid. I assure you that the armed forces of Nigeria and other security agencies will consolidate all the successes recorded, so far, especially in ongoing counter-insurgency and anti-banditry operations across the country.

“We shall continuously and tirelessly strive to secure all that constitute Nigeria’s wealth as our contribution to national development. On behalf of officers and personnel of the armed forces, the police and other security agencies, I, most sincerely, thank the President for gracing this occasion.

“Your coming has boosted our morale. Consequently, I, hereby, reaffirm our loyalty to the President and the Constitution of Nigeria, as this administration rounds off.”

Irabor appreciated the support of Buhari in the fight against insurgency, saying: “I am indeed very proud of your leadership, unparalleled support to the armed forces and other stakeholders within the defence and security sector.”

Dignitaries at the event included Africa’s richest businessman and Chairman of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote; global business icon, Mr. Tony Elumelu; ministers, past service chiefs, heads of security and intelligence agencies, other government officials and some state governors.

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