President Tinubu Gives Clear Order to Nigerian Army: Confront and Defeat Terrorists, Separatists, Insurgents, and Bandits

Strategic Insights -

President Bola Tinubu has issued a clear and direct order to the Nigerian Army and other security agencies to take decisive action against terrorists, bandits, insurgents, and separatists threatening the nation's peace and unity. Speaking at the grand finale of the 2025 Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL), Tinubu expressed his unwavering support and trust in the Nigerian Army to defeat those who seek to undermine the nation. He emphasized that terrorism, insurgency, banditry, and separatist agitations are no longer mere irritants but grave existential threats that must be confronted with unity, calmness, and uncompromising resolve.

Key Takeaways:

  • President Tinubu has authorized the Nigerian Army to confront and defeat terrorists, separatists, insurgents, and bandits without fear or hesitation.
  • The President has pledged to prioritize the welfare, morale, and operational strength of the armed forces, with sustained investment in modern weapons, intelligence, and manpower.
  • Tinubu has vowed that the sacrifices of fallen heroes and wounded soldiers will not be in vain and that their memory will endure through generations.
  • The President has praised the Nigerian Army Officers' Wives Association (NAOWA) and the Nigerian Army Soldiers' Wives Association (NASWA) for sustaining morale on the home front.
  • The Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has underscored the Nigerian Army's long history of resilience and its greatest asset remains the indomitable spirit, valour, and unwavering commitment of the Nigerian soldier.
  • The Army has consistently denied criminal elements any chance to carve out territories or undermine Nigeria's territorial integrity.

Statistics:

  • The Nigerian Army has a long history dating back to 1863, with a structural and technological evolvement over time.
  • The Army has approximately 190,000 personnel, with a significant proportion being officers and soldiers who have demonstrated valour and commitment to national security.
  • The Nigerian Army has consistently ranked among the top 10 most powerful armies in Africa, with a strong emphasis on modernization and capacity building.

Sources:

  • [Source: The Nigerian Army]
  • [Source: Nigeria News]