President Bola Tinubu says the Federal Government remains committed to strengthening the nation’s security architecture and improving the welfare of the Armed Forces.
The president made the commitment on Friday at the Armed Forces Command and Staff College’s (AFCSC) Joint graduation ceremony of senior course 47 and Junior Course 100 at the Jaji Military Cantonment, Kaduna State.
Rpresented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, he said the Federal Government was committed to enhancing the synergy among the Military, intelligence, and civil institutions in the pursuit of peace and stability.
He also charged the newly graduated officers of the AFCSC to take the lead in Nigeria’s ongoing security transformation, as the country confronts increasingly complex threats ranging from terrorism to cyber warfare and climate-induced conflicts.
The president described the ceremony as a reaffirmation of the core values of discipline, patriotism and service that define the Nigerian Armed Forces.
Tinubu congratulated the graduating officers, saying that their success reflected years of sacrifice, resilience and commitment to national service.
Tinubu stressed that modern security challenges demand not only courage and tactical skill, but also strategic thinking, inter-agency cooperation and strict adherence to democratic values and the rule of law.
He said, “Graduating today at this critical juncture in our national and global history places upon you a solemn duty.
$Your completion of these courses coincides with a period of profound transformation in the global and regional security environment.”
He said traditional and non-traditional threats, ranging from terrorism and insurgency to cyber warfare, maritime insecurity, and climate-induced conflicts, had continued to evolve in scope and complexity.
Tinubu added, “For Nigeria, these challenges demand not only courage and tactical proficiency but also strategic foresight, inter-agency collaboration, and adherence to democratic values and the rule of law.
“The Federal Government remains committed to strengthening the nations security architecture, improving the welfare of our armed forces, and enhancing the synergy among the military, intelligence, and civil institutions in the pursuit of peace and stability.”
The president lauded the AFCSC for its long-standing role as a centre of excellence, producing officers who have provided leadership in both peace and conflict times.
According to him, this is not just within Nigeria but also across international peacekeeping missions under ECOWAS, the African Union and the United Nations.
Tinubu said that the institution’s blend of academic rigour, field training and multinational collaboration had continued to strengthen Nigeria’s defence and security architecture.
He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to deepening the modernisation of the Armed Forces, strengthening joint operations and improving the welfare and capacity of military personnel.
Tinubu explained that the ongoing reforms were focused on upgrading training infrastructure, enhancing operational capabilities and improving the living conditions of officers and their families,.
This, he said, was part of a broader agenda to build a safe, stable and prosperous Nigeria.
Tinubu, who emphasised the need for unity within the military, reminded the officers that they represent Nigeria’s diversity, united by a common oath to defend the nation’s sovereignty and integrity.
He cautioned that misinformation, ethnic tension and divisive narratives posed serious risks to national cohesion, urging the Armed Forces to remain professional, impartial and loyal to constitutional authority in order to sustain public confidence.
Tinubu charged the graduates
to see the occasion as a new beginning and urged them to apply the leadership qualities, analytical skills and operational competence acquired at Jaji in service to the nation and humanity.
He encouraged them to be bold, innovative and humble in leadership, uphold integrity and discipline as well as mentor future generations of officers.
“To the graduating officers of Senior Course 47 and Junior Course 100, let me charge you to see todays achievement not as the end, but as a new beginning, “he said
The president said the leadership qualities, analytical skills, and operational competence they have gained must now be applied in service to their country and humanity.
“Be bold in leadership, innovative in strategy, and humble in service.
“Uphold integrity and discipline at all times. Continue to mentor those coming behind you, and never lose sight of the sacred trust the nation has placed in you,” he charged further.
Tinubu congratulated the Commandant, members of staff and the graduating officers for upholding the proud traditions of the institution.
“As we celebrate these fine officers, let us also renew our collective commitment to supporting the men and women who defend our freedom and secure our future.
“May your service continue to bring honour to the Armed Forces of Nigeria and glory to our beloved country,” the president said.
