Former Minister of Defence, General Theophilus Danjuma (rtd), has called on service chiefs to end banditry, halt senseless killings across the country, and steer the nation back to a path of peace.
He stated that there were “no excuses” for the ongoing insecurity plaguing the country. General Danjuma spoke on Tuesday in Abuja at a book launch entitled ‘Big Boots: Lessons from my Military Service’ by Major General Solomon Udounwa (rtd). General Danjuma, who chaired the event, praised the author’s virtues and commitment to excellence in his military career. Delivering his address, Danjuma said: “Number one problem today is security. We must end banditry, the killings going on now, as soon as possible.
The responsibility is on your shoulders, those of you still serving. No excuses. Absolutely no excuses.”He thanked the military hierarchy for enhancing the welfare of its officers and soldiers, especially after retirement. In his response, the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, stated, “Let me at least also mention to our distinguished chairman that the armed forces of Nigeria are positioned, willing, dedicated, and committed to ensuring that we restore peace and security in our own dear country. We shall not be deterred. There are going to be challenges, yes, but that’s why we’re here. I want to assure you that we have learned a lot from your record, including very distinguished senior officers who have modelled us all through the years. We cannot afford to fail, and we will not fail.”
