I’m leaving military stronger, more capable – Irabor

The immediate past Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Lucky Irabor, has said that he left the Nigeria Armed Forces bigger, stronger a…

The immediate past Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Lucky Irabor, has said that he left the Nigeria Armed Forces bigger, stronger and more capable to deliver on its constitutional mandate.

Irabor stated this Friday in his valedictory speech during the pulling out parade organised in his honour in Abuja.

The former CDS said he felt honoured to be pulled out after 37 years of unblemished service to the country and having served as the CDS in the past 29 months.

According to him, ensuring national security in a large and diverse country like Nigeria was not an easy task.

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“In 2021, the security situation of the country was admittedly in a state of dynamic crux.

“Efforts made by the Federal Government of Nigeria using the armed forces in collaboration with the police, other security agencies and critical stakeholders were in different stages of gestation.

“We were encouraged to pursue these measures in addition to other initiatives to reinvigorate the national security architecture to deliver critical national security functions.

“I make bold to say that I am leaving the armed forces of Nigeria today, bigger, stronger and more capable to deliver on its constitutional mandate and national security functions,” he said.

Irabor acknowledged the outstanding efforts of the country’s courageous men and women in uniform and hailed them for their bravery, unwavering commitment and dedication to service.

According to him, their services and courage in the line of duty were unparalleled.

He pointed out that the services had singly and collectively expanded strategic capacities, operational reach and tactical competencies. (NAN)