Ex-Defence Chief: Solving Nigeria’s insecurity requires practical leadership
A former Chief of Defence Staff, Air Marshal Al-Amin Dagash (Rtrd), says there is a need for a new culture of practical and principled leadership among military officers to address Nigeria’s evolving security challenges. Dagash, also a former commandant of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), said the complexity of today’s threats required officers to demonstrate leadership […]
A former Chief of Defence Staff, Air Marshal Al-Amin Dagash (Rtrd), says there is a need for a new culture of practical and principled leadership among military officers to address Nigeria’s evolving security challenges.
Dagash, also a former commandant of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), said the complexity of today’s threats required officers to demonstrate leadership that is hands-on, adaptable and inspiring.
The retired top military chief stated this in Abuja during the 30th Anniversary and Reunion Dinner of members of NDA 47th Regular Course.
Daily Trust reports that the dinner brought together serving and retired officers, spouses and dignitaries across the country.
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“In this age of multifaceted national and global challenges, Nigeria needs leaders who do more than command.”
“We need mentors who can inspire confidence, share lessons of experience, and guide the next generation with integrity and courage,” he said.
He hailed the 47th Regular Course for conceiving the reunion as a platform for solidarity, honouring fallen colleagues, supporting widows and less-privileged members.
Dagash described such gestures as the highest ideals of comradeship and humanity, while underscoring the role of families in sustaining officers through their careers.
Earlier, the president of 47 RC and Director-General of the National Youths Service Corps (NYSC), Brig.-Gen. Olakunle Nafiu said the reunion reminded them of where they began and who they truly are.
Nafiu said the story of the 47 Regular Course was not merely a chapter in the history of the NDA and the armed forces but a living testimony of resilience, sacrifice, and service.