Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has commended the bravery and courage of Nigerian troops in confronting terrorists, bandits, and other security threats.
In a statement extending warm greetings to Muslim faithful on the occasion of Eid El Maulud, the celebration of Prophet Muhammad’s birth, General Musa urged Nigerians to reflect on the Prophet’s teachings, emphasizing peace, compassion, tolerance, justice, and service to humanity.
According to him, these virtues, guide the military’s mission to protect the nation’s territorial integrity and safeguard citizens’ security and well-being.
Gen. Musa specifically praised troops of Operation Fasan Yamma, Operation Hadin Kai among others, for their dogged commitment to eliminating notorious bandit leader Haliru Buzu and his followers, and rescuing flood victims in Maiduguri.
The CDS called on troops to redouble their efforts in defending the nation, and working in unity with other security agencies to defeat evil forces and restore peace.
