CDS pledges support to troops in restoring peace and stability in Nigeria
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has promised troops of the 8 Division of the Nigerian Army in Sokoto on Tuesday that the armed forces will stand by them in the struggle to defeat the nation’s enemies and restore peace and stability in the country.
Gen. Musa gave the assurance while addressing troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation Hadarin Daji, at a luncheon in Giginya Barracks, Sokoto.
“I convey to you the greetings from all members of the armed forces of Nigeria and, at the same time, wish you a happy Christmas and a prosperous new year in advance.
“I also assured you of my maximum support for you to carry out your constitutional responsibility of defending the territorial integrity of our dear country.”
“I am optimistic that God is on our side, which is the reason our armed forces are daily recording successes in the fight against enemies, and normalcy has since returned to many parts of the country.”
“Nigeria must be free through the collective efforts of the entire armed forces and other security operatives at various theatres of operations around the country.”
On his part, Maj Gen Godwin Mutkut, General Officer Commanding (GOC) 8 Division and Commander Joint Taskforce Northwest Operation Hadarin Daji, expressed gratitude to the CDS over the visit to the Division despite his busy schedule.
“Your support and words of encouragement have kept us going in recording operational successes in our various theatres of the joint taskforce northwest operation Hadarin Daji.
“I appreciate the efforts of our gallant officers and soldiers for their sacrifices and acts of gallantry, no matter the risk involved.
“The CDS luncheon with troops during this Christmas period and New Year festivities will serve as a morale booster for our troops and their families.”
