The Nigerian Senate has assured the Nigerian Army of total support in surmounting security challenges plaguing the country.
They made this commitment on Wednesday, 25 October 2023, when Senator Abdulaziz Musa Yar’Adua the Chairman Senate Committee on Army led members of the Committee on a familiarization visit to the Army Headquarters, Abuja.
The Senator appreciated the efforts of the Nigerian Army in diligently performing its statutory roles as mandated by the constitution. He advocated for cooperation between the legislative body and the Nigerian Army to perform its legislative oversight functions in bringing about legislative reforms that will enhance Nigeria Army's efforts in effectively actualizing its constitutional responsibilities of defending the territorial integrity of Nigeria and guaranteeing security in the country.
The legislators, who were briefed on the operational and administrative activities of the Nigeria Army, admitted that the Nigerian Army is confronted with daunting security challenges and pledged to provide necessary support in ensuring that troops' welfare is catered for adequately. He added, that this will motivate the troops to perform optimally.
The Senate Chairman presented the draft legislative agenda for the NA to the Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, noting that the committee will give priority to the quest for the NA to acquire requisite enablers to enhance its operational efficiency.
In his remarks, the Chief of Army Staff , appreciated the committee for their critical role in promoting effective functioning of the Nigeria Army. The Army Boss stated that the Army appreciates the importance of the oversight function of the legislature, pointing out, that this has guided the NA, as it strives to execute its constitutional roles.
The Army Chief averred that the NA being the representative of the people from various constituencies across the country, cherish the feedback from the Senate, which has helped in redefining ongoing operations of the Nigeria Army.
General Lagbaja expressed gratitude to the lawmakers for the support the NA has so far received, since the inauguration of the National assembly.
Highlight of the visit was the presentation of proposed legislative agenda to the Chief of Army Staff by the Chairman, Senate Committee on Army.