The Military is committed to doing “whatever it takes” to secure Nigeria and the African continent against emerging threats.
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, stated this on Wednesday, while briefing newsmen on the forth coming Maiden African Chiefs of Defence Staff Summit scheduled to take place from Aug. 25 to Aug. 27, in Abuja.
He said the theme of the summit is “Combating Contemporary Threats to Peace and Security in Africa”.
He said Nigeria had, over the years, demonstrated readiness to protect its sovereignty, support neighbours, and contribute to peace and stability efforts across the continent.
“We have invited all 54 African countries, and I am pleased to announce that we have recorded over 90 per cent attendance.
“This reflects our shared recognition of the need to unite against common threats.
“Our goal is to strengthen rapid crisis response capabilities, establish joint training exercises, enhance intelligence sharing, and develop a unified continental strategy to address our security challenges,” he said.
The CDS emphasised the importance of solidarity, mutual respect, and cultural understanding among African nations, noting that Africa’s security was directly linked to its economic growth and development.
“A secure Africa is a prosperous Africa. We must step up, work together as brothers and sisters, and act now before it is too late. Our collective will is our greatest weapon,” he added.
Musa commended President Bola Tinubu for his renewed commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s security posture and for supporting initiatives that promote regional peace and stability.
According to him, the summit is an opportunity to forge lasting partnerships, pool resources, and ensure that Africa is prepared to respond effectively to any crisis.