The Chief of Defence Staff,General Christopher Musa has assured of the readiness of the Armed Forces to continue to defend Nigeria’s democracy.
The CDS said this when he received the Minister of Finance and Coordinating minister of the Economy Wale Edu at the Defence Headquarters in Abuja.
According to a statement by the Director Defence Information, Brig.Gen. Tukur Gusau, made available to the press in Abuja, General Musa showed appreciation to the minister for his support to the AFN towards the unhindered discharge of their constitutional responsibilities. He added that to a greater extent, the Military has been able to decimate the activities of terrorists, insurgency and other criminals operating in the country.
According to him, the AFN in collaboration with other security agencies are working tirelessly to ensure the safety of critical government assets and to ensure an increase in oil production to boost economic activities.
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of Economy Wale Edun while responding commended the AFN for keeping the country together and protecting democracy at all cost. He said this will allow the economy to thrive while businesses prosper.
Speaking further, the minister said with the protection of life and properties, people will have a decent life to leave. He also salutes the huge sacrifices of the Military to secure the country, while maintaining that the nation economy is in the right direction. The Minister confirmed that there are enough positive indicators showing desired results in the economic performance of the present administration.
