The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai, has
showered encomiums on the troops for their unflinching loyalty, perseverance,
courage and dedication to duty.
He also assured troops of Operation Lafiya Dole that their
operational allowances owed them for the last two months will be paid this
week.
Buratai said this followed the release of funds for the
payment of operational allowances and logistics for the 3rd quarter of 2017
from the Ministry of Defence.
The Army Chief gave the assurance in a special message of
assurance, encouragement and commendation to troops of the Nigerian army
engaged in various operations both within and outside the country.
The army chief said this had brought about the “desired success
in the fight against terrorism, insurgency and other criminal activities”.
He also paid glowing tribute to those troops stationed
outside the shores of the nation.
He thanked them for their patriotism, patience and
understanding and reiterated that all funds meant for the troops and the
Operation Lafiya Dole would always be paid promptly when received from the
appropriate ministries.
Buratai said the Nigerian Army High Command under his
leadership would continue to remain “responsible, responsive and accountable to
troops’ operational requirements”.
He further commended them for their bravery, discipline and
loyalty, and reminded them to always have confidence and trust in the
leadership of the army.
He urged them to work hard to flush out the remnants of the
boko haram terrorists, wherever they were hibernating, including the cyber
terrorists.
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