The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, has commended troops of the Nigerian Army for their commitment and gallantry in confronting the security challenges and threats in the country. Lagbaja gave the commendation on Sunday in Abuja, in his goodwill message to the troops and their families on the occasion of the Eid-el Kabir celebration. He described the Eid-el-Kabir as a significant festival depicting the important place of sacrifice in humanity and divinity. The COAS said the 2024 Eid-el Kabir celebration was also remarkable, as it coincided with the completion of his first year in office as the 23rd Chief of Army Staff. He expressed gratitude to God for the gift of life and the relative peace restored in many troubled parts of the country. He acknowledged the enormous sacrifice made by the army, both in human and logistics resources, in the ongoing battle against terrorism, insurgency, banditry, secessionist agitations and sundry crimes. Lagbaja said the troops had displayed unalloy ed loyalty, extraordinary courage and faith in the nation, thereby, emerging victorious in the face of grave danger. He added that many of them currently bore the badge of courage and bravery in the form of battle scars and injuries, while others carried the memories and stories of their sacrifices for the country. The COAS enjoined all Nigerians to show collective understanding and support for the government's efforts to implement necessary reforms to restore economic prosperity. He also urged all personnel and their families to renew their commitment to selflessness and patriotism for the growth and development of the country. See also Troops kill 185 terrorists, apprehend 212 others in 1 week - DHQ The army chief, however, reaffirmed his dedication to providing visionary and inclusive leadership needed for effective training, robust living standards and operational effectiveness. He expressed profound appreciation to President Bola Tinubu, for his unflinching support and leadership. Lagbaja also ext ended appreciation to the National Assembly, Minister of Defence, the Minister of State for Defence and the Chief of Defence Staff, for their strategic guidance. He lauded Nigerians and the international community for their continuous support and belief in the Nigerian Army. According to him, the Nigerian Army looks forward to continued collaboration to end security challenges and create an enabling environment for economic prosperity and other democratic dividends. Source: News Agency of Nigeria
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