By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri –
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Faruk Yahaya has directed formation and unit commanders of the Nigerian Army to ensure that troops remain professional and apolitical during the forthcoming Gubernatorial and House of Assembly Elections across the nation.
The Army Chief gave the charge while addressing formation and unit commanders across the country, ahead of 18th March, 2023 polls.
Lt. Gen Yahaya, commended the troops for their overall performance in the provision of security during the last polls admonished them to shun all forms of inducement, enticement or cajoling that could compromise the security of the polls.
He said a secure and safe atmosphere must be provided for the citizenry to exercise their civic responsibility of electing their leaders.
The COAS in a statement issued on Thursday by the Army’s spokesman, Brig Gen. Onyema Nwachukwu, also charged the troops to adhere strictly to the guidelines in the Code of Conduct for Operation Safe Conduct, as any contravention will attract dire consequences.
He also urged the commanders to intensify efforts at providing security support for the elections and be ready to respond promptly to any emergency situation while prioritizing the protection of key national infrastructure.
The COAS equally reminded his commanders of the oath of allegiance they swore to defend the sovereignty of Nigeria and he maintained that the Nigerian Army must be seen by all to stand in defence of Nigeria’s democracy.
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