Gen. Christopher Musa, Chief of Defence Staff, has extended Eid-el-Maulud greetings to Armed Forces members, commending their valour in tackling security challenges.
Musa, in his message on Monday to Muslims faithful on the occasion of Eid-El Maulud, praised troops for killing notorious terrorist leader Halilu Sububu, exhibiting courage and bravery in Zamfara.
He urged Nigerians to reflect on Prophet Muhammad’s teachings, emphasising peace, compassion, tolerance, justice, and service to humanity.
He said these virtues guided the military’s mission to protect Nigeria’s territorial integrity and safeguard citizens’ security and well-being.
Musa thanked Operation Hadin Kai troops for rescuing flood victims in Maiduguri, urging them to re-double efforts in defending the nation.
He emphasised the importance of discipline, loyalty, and integrity, and unity with other security agencies to defeat evil forces.
Musa called on Nigerians to embrace tolerance, mutual understanding, and respect for constitutional authority, saying “Together, let us build a prosperous Nigeria.”
