The Digest:
The newly confirmed service chiefs have laid out their strategic vision before the Nigerian Senate, with the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, advocating for a strengthened police force to allow the military to focus on external threats. According to Vanguard, the chiefs used their screening to outline key priorities, including the Naval Chief's rejection of a proposed Coast Guard and the Army Chief's vow to "deal decisively" with the Lakurawa terrorist sect.
Key Points:
- CDS General Oluyede called for restructuring and empowering the Nigerian Police.
- He stated this would allow the military to focus on external defence and counter-terrorism.
- Naval Chief Rear Admiral Idi Abbas rejected a proposed Coast Guard as a costly duplication.
- Army Chief General Waidi Shaibu vowed to crush the Lakurawa terrorist sect.
- Air Chief Air Marshal Sunday Aneke pledged a "lethal" and agile Air Force.
- All chiefs emphasized the need for greater funding and local production of military equipment.
- The Senate commended the officers before their confirmation in a closed session.
Sources: Vanguard
