The
Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Abayomi Gabriel Olonisakin has
reiterated the commitment and the determination of the Armed Forces of
Nigeria to protect the sanctity of the nation despite the challenges it
is facing.
General
Olonisakin made this known Tuesday when the Senate Committee on Defence
visited the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on oversight assignment.
The
Chief of Defence Staff expressed gratitude to President Muhammadu
Buhari for his effort in providing resources to the Military to carry
out its constitutional responsibilities.
He
said “let me seize this opportunity to express our profound
appreciation to the President, Commander in Chief of Armed Forces for
his unrelenting efforts in ensuring that we are provided the wherewithal
to carry out our constitutional role despite the dwindling national
resources.”
The
CDS also acknowledged and thanked the committee’s assistance in
ensuring that what is due to the Armed Forces is released without delay.
“These have to some extent motivated us and enhanced our capacities. We
are therefore more committed and resolute in carrying out our assigned
tasks.”
The
CDS further informed the committee that the DHQ successfully
implemented the 2015 Budget in line with the Policy thrust of due
process, accountability and transparency.
The
Committee Chairman, Senator Ahmad Lawan disclosed that the purpose of
the visit is to review the implementation of the capital projects of the
DHQ and expressed their readiness to support the Armed Forces to
achieve its aim and ensure better empowerment.
“It
is the committee’s desire that all projects started in 2016 are
completed and if need be for snowballing into 2017 appropriation, it
will be considered,” Senator Lawan added.
RABE ABUBAKAR
Brigadier General
Acting Director Defence Information
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