The Minister of Defence, Maj-Gen. Bashir Magashi (rtd) yesterday said that the increased security challenges across the country is the reason for the deployment of the military in the internal security operation.
The minister stated this at the graduation ceremony of 13 officers of the Airforce War College Course 7/2021, which was held at the NAF officers Mess, Makurdi, Benue State.
Magashi, however, commended the efforts of the military, particularly, the Nigerian Air Force, (NAF), at focusing on doctrinal developments to address the security challenges confronting the country.
Magashi was represented by the Director of Military Affairs, Federal Ministry of Defence, Sunday Musa, who said that terrorism, kidnapping, insurgency, as well as ethnic religion crises are the major challenges testing the nation’s democracy.
The minister said that the present Buhari administration has continued to support the military, stating that the recent induction of new platforms, including the JF-17 Thunder and A-29 Super-Tucano aircrafts, were part of the efforts put in place to decisively end the security challenges.
While commending the armed forces and security agencies for their commitment to face security challenges the minister urged all personnel to continue to strive towards excellence and professionalism.
Also, the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Oladayo Amao explained that the Air Force War College, which is the highest professional military training institution in the NAF plays a significant role in fostering purposeful training and human capacity development which is one of the key drivers of his vision.
