President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s resolve to mobilise all military and law enforcement assets to crush security threats and protect the lives and property of Nigerians. He made the pledge in Lagos while declaring open the 2025 Chief of Army Staff Annual Conference, stressing that security remains a core pillar of his Renewed Hope Agenda.

Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, the President announced the procurement of Mine Resistant Ambush Protected Vehicles, a new armoured fleet, and the refurbishment of over 100 Armoured Fighting Vehicles to strengthen the operational readiness of the Armed Forces. He said the investments, alongside improved training and the induction of helicopters into Nigerian Army Aviation, reflect the Federal Government’s commitment to modernising the military and enhancing battlefield effectiveness.

President Tinubu commended the Nigerian Army for recorded gains against terrorism and other security challenges, attributing the progress to professionalism and effective joint operations. He assured the military of unwavering government support, emphasised discipline, professionalism and adherence to constitutional order, and paid tribute to fallen soldiers while reaffirming continued support for their families and improved welfare for serving personnel.