5,800 army recruits to confront Boko Haram, bandits, secessionists: COAS
The Chief of Army Staff, Faruk Yahaya, says 5,800 newly recruited soldiers would be posted to various theatre operations to tame persistent insecurity bedeviling parts of the country.
Mr Yahaya said this during the passing-out parade of the 82 regular recruit intake on Saturday in Zaria, Kaduna State.
He said the new soldiers would be posted to more relevant areas where they are required, warning that “it is a clear message to all criminals, whether they are bandits, kidnappers or terrorists”.
The COAS, therefore, urged the new soldiers to maintain a high standard of professionalism and remain good ambassadors of the Nigerian Army.
“As for the passing out recruits, you are all aware, Nigeria is currently facing numerous security challenges such as the activities of Boko Haram Terrorists, armed bandits, kidnappers, secessionist agitators and other criminal elements.
“I wish to state that these security challenges can only be surmounted by the collective resolve and effort of every officer and soldier of the Nigerian Army, including those of you passing out today,’’ he said.
The army chief also advised the soldiers on the importance of the oath of attestation they have sworn to.
He noted that Depot Nigerian Army, since its establishment in 1924, has borne the responsibility of moulding selected able bodied citizens into well trained and disciplined soldiers to meet the manpower demands of the Nigerian Army.
(NAN)
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