BREAKING: Nigeria ‘Loses’ Over 100 Generals, Defence Minister Reacts

BREAKING: Nigeria ‘Loses’ Over 100 Generals, Defence Minister Reacts

A total of 113 Nigerian Army Generals retired from service on Tuesday, including one General, one Lieutenant General, 67 Major Generals, and 44 Brigadier Generals.

During the Regimental Dinner Night organized to honor the newly retired and retiring senior officers of the Nigerian Army in Abuja, the Minister of Defence, Abubakar Badaru, commended the Nigerian Army for its support in fostering democracy in the country.

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He emphasized that the Army’s role has positioned it as a shining example in the West African region and beyond. The minister urged other services in the region to emulate the Army’s commitment.

In a statement on Wednesday by the Director of Army Public Relations, Brig. Gen. Onyema Nwachukwu, the minister encouraged the Army to remain loyal to the constitution and continue supporting the development of democracy in Nigeria.

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The statement partly read,  “The minister charged members of the Armed Forces to remain loyal and sustain the culture of supporting democracy in Nigeria and across the shores.

“He added that the disposition of the Armed Forces towards democracy had made it a shining example in West Africa and an influencer in the comity of nations.

“The minister noted that the occasion provided the Nigerian Army the opportunity to reflect on its service and profound dedication as demonstrated by the retired and retiring senior officers.

“He noted that the Federal Government will continue to do all within its reach to improve the well-being of serving and retired personnel.”