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Defence ministry gets 20 armoured personnel carriers

Adedoja Adesoji
• May 9, 2024 • 2 min read

9th May 2024

The Ministry of Defence, on Wednesday, handed over 20 newly acquired Armoured Personnel Carriers to the Defence Headquarters to enhance the professional capabilities of troops of the Nigerian Armed Forces.

This is contained in a statement by Dr Ibrahim Kana, permanent secretary of MoD in Abuja on Thursday.

The APCs were handed over to the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, by the PS.

In his remarks at the handing-over event, Kana said that the step was geared towards bolstering the nation’s defence capabilities to effectively address emerging security challenges.

He also that it was geared towards enhancing the operational capabilities of the Nigerian Armed Forces.

According to him, the handover marked a significant milestone in on-going efforts to strengthen the operational readiness of our Armed Forces.

“These Armored Personnel Carriers will provide our troops with enhanced protection and mobility, enabling them to carry out their duties more effectively in safeguarding our nation’s sovereignty.”

Similarly in his remarks, the CDS underscored their strategic importance in enhancing the Armed Forces’ ability to respond swiftly and decisively to security threats.

“The acquisition of these Armoured Personnel Carriers underscores our commitment to equipping our troops with the necessary resources to confront evolving security challenges.

“I commend the Ministry of Defence for its unwavering support and dedication to strengthening our national defence capabilities”, he said.

Musa also expressed gratitude for the acquisition of the APCs, noting that the handover ceremony signified a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s ongoing efforts to enhance its defence capabilities and safeguard national security.

According to him, with the acquisition of these 20 Armored Personnel Carriers, the Nigerian Armed Forces are better equipped to tackle the challenges of the modern security landscape and uphold peace and stability across the nation.

Also present at the ceremony was Maj.-Gen. Emmanuel Undiandeye, the Chief of Defence Intelligence.

Source: NAN