The immediate past Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Retired Gen. Christopher Musa Friday told soldiers that Nigeria is a nation worth fighting for, urging them to remain steadfast in their commitment to national security.
Musa, who was recently replaced by President Bola Tinubu as CDS, made the appeal in Abuja, during an emotional Pulling-Out Parade in his honour after a distinguished 39-year military career.
He was one of Nigeria’s finest and civilian-friendly soldiers.
According to him, serving Nigeria was the greatest honour of his life.
Bidding farewell to his military uniform, Musa paid a heartfelt tribute to his family, particularly his wife and children, who he said bore the brunt of his long absences and constant concerns for his safety.
“You are the unsung heroes of my service, and I owe you a debt of love that can never be fully repaid,” he said.
Musa urged the men and women of the armed forces to continue serving with the same dedication, loyalty, and professionalism that had defined his career, stressing that the victory of the Nigerian military was not just temporary but enduring.
He called for greater unity and collaboration among Nigeria’s security agencies, stressing that “no single institution can win this fight alone.”
The former CDS tghanked the Nigerian people for their resilience, especially the nation’s youth, whose prayers and belief in a better future, he said, were the driving forces behind the military’s efforts.
“I remain a soldier at heart, a patriot committed to the sovereignty of Nigeria.
“This may be the end of my active service, but I will continue to serve in whatever way I can,” he said.
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