South East Development Peace Initiative has hailed the ongoing repositioning of the Nigerian Army by the Chief Of Army Staff Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja.
The group while appreciating the conscious efforts to make the army more responsive also hailed recent breakthroughs in the battle against insecurity.
The commendation is coming on the heels of the recent delivery of the first batch of new aircraft by the army, marking a significant step in enhancing its operational capabilities especially in the fight against insurgency.
President of the South East Development Peace Initiative Hon Vitus Okechi in a press statement extolled the Chief of Army Staff’s commitment towards transforming the Nigerian army into a well-trained, equipped and highly motivated force towards achieving its constitutional responsibilities within a joint environment.
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He commended President Bola Tinubu for appointing Lagbaja stressing that the insecurity in the country which had brought Nigeria to her knees will soon be history following the very robust strategy, clear and resolute vision from the current Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja.
Okechi, a former Local Government Chairman and Commissioner in Enugu, State noted that the pervasive nature of insecurity had cast a shadow over the country’s prospects for peace, prosperity, and social cohesion.
“However, the appointment of General Taoreed Lagbaja, as the 23rd Chief of Army Staff (COAS), has given a new shot in the arm to the war against insecurity in the country.
“The role of Nigerian armed forces, particularly the Nigerian Army, has never been more crucial than now. Amidst these challenges, the leadership of the Nigerian Army under Lt.General Lagbaja has been pivotal in formulating and executing strategies aimed at decimating insurgency and restoring hope to all.
“Lt. General Lagbaja the Chief of Army Staff, assumed office at a critical juncture in Nigeria’s history. Tasked with the herculean responsibility of leading the Nigerian Army in its fight against insurgency, his tenure has been marked by a series of proactive strategies and operational engagements aimed at confronting the myriad security threats facing the nation.
“Central to the Chief of Army Staff’s vision is a comprehensive approach that addresses the root causes of insecurity while simultaneously bolstering the capacity of the Nigerian Army to respond effectively to emerging threats.
“One of the key pillars of Lagbaja’s approach has been prioritising personnel welfare. Recognising the importance of personnel welfare in mobilising competent committed and loyal officers at all levels, the COAS has recently implemented a series of policies to enhance the work ethic and effectiveness of officers. The results of this visionary leadership have been overwhelming as terrorists and insurgents in their numbers are being decimated daily and across regions.”
Okechi described the recent delivery of the first batch of new aircraft by the army as a significant step towards enhancing its operational capabilities especially in the fight against insurgency.
He described it as a significant milestone in the development of the Nigerian Army Aviation’s capacity to provide air support for ground operations.
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