The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai, has hailed the determination of troops towards ensuring victory and destruction of remnants of Boko Haram terrorists.
Gen. Buratai, who addressed troops after observing Eid prayers at the Maimalari Cantonment in Maiduguri, Borno State, acknowledged their determination to suppress other forms of aggression and insecurity in the country.
The COAS, who was represented by the Chief of Training and Operations, Maj.-Gen. Lamidi Adeosun, said: “Eid-el-Adha, which signifies the festival of sacrifice and obedience, reminds us of the sacrifices of our troops in the ongoing operations, especially against terrorism and insurgency.
“I must acknowledge your doggedness and determination toward ensuring victory and destruction of remnants of the Boko Haram insurgents, as well as suppressing other forms of aggression and insecurity in our country.
“I charge you to remain focused, disciplined and loyal to constituted authorities at all times, while ensuring that we carry out our roles professionally and effectively.
“I also urge you to be committed, dedicated, resilient and courageous in the discharge of your assigned duties.”
The COAS reassured the troops of the commitment and support of President Muhammadu Buhari and the National Assembly to provide them with the necessary welfare and logistics needs to perform their duties.
He also reassured them that the Army high command would continue to provide them “the very best working environment that would bring out the best in them” and wished them happy celebration.
