Nation counting on you, Tinubu tells new military officers

President Bola Tinubu has charged newly commissioned military officers to uphold the Constitution, protect Nigerians and remain committed to the ideals of discipline, honour and selfless service.

Tinubu, who is also the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, gave the charge on Saturday through the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr Tajudeen Abbas, who represented him at the Combined Passing Out Parade of the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) in Kaduna.

Addressing the newly commissioned officers, Tinubu said their training had prepared them for the responsibilities that come with serving in the Armed Forces.

The Nation is counting on you.

The president told the officers, urging them to demonstrate discipline, professionalism, courage and integrity in the discharge of their duties.

Senior government and military officials, as well as Presidents and Coordinators of various Officers’ Wives Associations, also attended the event.