The military retrenchments and matters arising

Although it is safe to say that the different segments of the Nigerian military are headed by men who have understandably made tremendous contributions to the growth of their professional institution, it is also a fact that the administration of the military in a highly politicised and complex society like Nigeria is tough and highly […]

Although it is safe to say that the different segments of the Nigerian military are headed by men who have understandably made tremendous contributions to the growth of their professional institution, it is also a fact that the administration of the military in a highly politicised and complex society like Nigeria is tough and highly demanding.
To say these are trying periods for the Nigerian Military is a way of depicting the many operational challenges and the public image bombardments that the institution has undergone. The Nigerian Army for some time now prior to the emergence of the current dispensation has been in the eyes of the critical members of the public. But the hierarchy has always provided sound responses to the range of criticisms trailing some of its security operations.
Since the last five years, the Nigerian Armed Forces has had to contend with waging relentless counter -terrorism war among others.
Amidst these many milestones and challenges, the Nigerian Army has of recent come under increasing focus and criticism, particularly for the recent retrenchment of top officers. 
Several persons have spoken for and against the exercise.  However,  I am of the view that everything humanly possible must be done to safeguard the professional integrity of the Nigerian Army and shield it from political interferences. I trust the professional character and integrity of the Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Tukur Buratai, and I believe that he will do his best to reposition the military.
I can also state without equivocation that he is a highly detribalised military officer who has dedicated friends that cut across all ethno-religious configurations.
Emmanuel Onwubiko. Onwubiko is Head of Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria.