President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has restated his administration’s firm resolve to mobilize all military and law enforcement assets to crush security threats and protect the lives all citizens of Nigeria. Accordingly, he announced the procurement of mine-resistant ambush-protected vehicles and a new armored fleet for the military, as well as the refurbishment of over 100 Armored Fighting Vehicles for return to active service. President Tinubu was speaking in Ojuelegba, Lagos State, on Monday when he declared open the Chief of Army Staff Annual Conference 2025.
Speaking at Nebo Hall, Abalti Barracks, venue of the conference, the President who was represented by his deputy, Vice President Kashim Shettima, reaffirmed that security remains a central pillar of his administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda. The Nigerian leader noted that his administration is firmly committed to the modernization of the Armed Forces through improved training, modern equipment and enhanced operational capacity.
He said beyond the recent induction of helicopters into Nigerian Army Aviation and the training of pilots, the government has advanced the procurement of additional Mine Resistant Ambush Protected Vehicles, Armored Vehicles and Patrol Vehicles to boost troop protection and battlefield effectiveness.
Earlier, Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, commended the Nigerian Army for its efforts in strengthening civil–military relations in the state. He reaffirmed the commitment of the Lagos State Government to supporting the Army in the discharge of its constitutional responsibilities within the state and beyond.
In his remarks, the Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd), confirmed the commitment of the Tinubu administration, through the Ministry of Defence, to providing continuous policy direction for the Nigerian Army. He called on officers and commanders to remain loyal and united, stressing the need for collective support to enable the Army effectively address the country’s security challenges.
