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Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Tukur Buratai, has commended the sacrifices and efforts of troops in upholding Nigeria’s territorial integrity.
In a statement personally signed by him on Monday in Abuja, General Buratai thanked the Nigerian Army personnel for their commitment to the war against the Boko Haram insurgency and keeping the peace in other parts of the country.
“I wish to convey my warmest greetings to officers and soldiers of the Nigerian Army and their families on the occasion of this year’s Christmas and New Year 2018 celebrations,” he said.
“I commend the hard work and sacrifices of our gallant officers and soldiers currently engaged in Operation Lafiya Dole and other operations across the country; Christmas is an occasion for merriment, relaxation, and reflections.
“We must, therefore, continue to appreciate our collective responsibility towards the maintenance of the security conditions that allow for the proper celebrations of Christmas in every part of our country,” he added.
Buratai Commends Troops’ Sacrifices In Christmas Message
