SUPPORT OF THE TRADITIONAL INSTITUTION CRITICAL TO THE SUCCESS OF MILITARY OPERATIONS-COAS LT GEN OLUYEDE

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede has affirmed that the support of the traditional institution is a critical element to the success of Nigerian Army Operations. The COAS made the assertion when he paid homage to the Shehu of Borno, His Royal Highness Alhaji Dr Shehu Abubakar Ibn Umar Garbai El-Kanemi at his palace in Maiduguri on Friday 6 December 2024.

The COAS informed the royal father that he is in Borno to interact with the troops and spur them to improve operational efficiency in the ongoing operations against terrorism and insurgency. Lt Gen Oluyede appreciated the Shehu for his support to the Nigerian Army over the years and urged for its sustenance to enable the troops to restore normalcy in the state for socio economic development.

Speaking, the Shehu of Borno reminisced on how the State has remained peaceful over the long period of its existence, noting that the people of Borno have co-existed peacefully with people of diverse backgrounds over time. He observed with deep regret how the advent of Boko Haram distorted their peaceful lives. The traditional ruler informed the COAS that his people have cooperated with the security agents in the past and gave the assurance of his continued support in order to completely eradicate terrorism and restore peace and stability to the state.

ONYEMA NWACHUKWU
Major General
Director Army Public Relations
6 December 2024

By Helen Udo, Outlook Media ABUJA.

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has underscored the critical role traditional institutions play in ensuring the success of military operations. He made this assertion during a visit to the Shehu of Borno, His Royal Highness Alhaji Dr Shehu Abubakar Ibn Umar Garbai El-Kanemi, at his palace in Maiduguri on Friday, December 6, 2024.

During the visit, Lt Gen Oluyede stated that his presence in Borno State was part of his efforts to interact with troops and boost their morale for improved operational effectiveness in the fight against terrorism and insurgency. He acknowledged and commended the Shehu for his enduring support for the Nigerian Army and stressed the importance of continued collaboration to restore peace and enable socio-economic growth in the region.
In his response, the Shehu of Borno recounted the state’s long-standing history of peace and harmony, expressing regret over the disruptions caused by the Boko Haram insurgency. He pledged the full support of the people of Borno State to the security forces and expressed optimism about the complete eradication of terrorism and the restoration of peace and stability in the state.

Major General Onyema Nwachukwu
Director, Army Public Relations
December 6, 2024