PICTORIAL: COAS Celebrates Christmas With Wounded Soldiers In Kaduna
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. OO Oluyede, celebrated Christmas on Wednesday with sick and wounded soldiers at the 44 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital in Kaduna. Represented by the Commander of Corps Artillery, Major General Markus Kangye, the COAS reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s commitment to the welfare of its personnel and their families.
In his address, the COAS urged the soldiers to remain disciplined, loyal, and patriotic, emphasizing their vital role in defending the nation’s sovereignty. He highlighted the importance of remembering fallen colleagues, including the late Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, and expressed solidarity with their families during the festive season.
Key points from the COAS’s message include:
- A renewed focus on personnel welfare and combat readiness under his leadership.
- Continued efforts to maintain professionalism, sound administration, and an efficient system of rewards and sanctions.
- Gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his strategic guidance and support.
- Commitment to winning land battles, protecting national interests, and assisting civil authorities.
The event also featured remarks from Major General MLD Saraso, General Officer Commanding 1 Division Nigerian Army, who noted the Division’s success in stabilizing security in its area of responsibility, including the Kaduna-Birnin Gwari and Abuja-Kaduna routes. He praised the troops for their sacrifices and emphasized the importance of sustaining motivation and readiness.
The Christmas lunch, described as a gesture of appreciation, provided an opportunity to honor the dedication and resilience of the Nigerian Army personnel.
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