The Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Faruk Yahaya, has said the Nigerian Army has the capacity and moral strength to deliver on its constitutional mandate, adding that there is no lawful task beyond the Nigerian Army’s capacity.
Yahaya, who spoke at the closing ceremony of the Third Quarter Chief of Army Staff Conference in Abuja on Wednesday, said the military was on course towards self-sufficiency in defence productions.
Commending troops for their commitment and sacrifices across theatres of operations and the recently concluded general elections, he charged the soldiers to sustain the tempo in the defence of the nation.
Yahaya said,
“I have no doubt that we are on course towards achieving self-sufficiency in defence production.
“I’m glad that the Nigerian Army research and development has in recent times received renewed push to contribute towards addressing our needs and contemporary challenges.
“I must also remark that we have capacity and moral strength to deliver on our constitutional mandate. We should therefore, always be reminded that we are men of honour and we should perform our duty with courage and complete loyalty.”
The COAS, while commenting on the Army’s preparation towards May 29 handover parade, said,
“We must, therefore, put all hands on deck to ensure that the event turns out as flagship of Nigerian Army parades.
“As command responsibility, all commanders should always think ‘two down’ and ensure thorough supervision and guidance.”