Tinubu to Service Chiefs: Perform your responsibilities with highest standards of commitment, dedication

*President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Commander-in-Chief of the Nigerian Armed Forces, charges the new Security Service Chiefs to perform their responsibilities with the ‘highest standards of commitment and dedication’

Alexander Davis

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu says as the Commander-in-Chief of Nigerian Armed Forces, he has entrusted Nigeria’s new Security Service Chief with a tremendous responsibility, which which they must approach with the highest standards of commitment and dedication in the line of duty.

ConsumerConnect reports President Tinubu stated this in his speech at the official decoration of the new Service Chiefs Thursday, October 30, 2025, in the State House, Abuja, FCT.

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The President said: “I congratulate you on your appointment and subsequent confirmation by the Senate.”

He described their decoration ceremony as not only symbolic but also the beginning of the country’s renewed effort at ensuring the peace and security of all Nigerians.

The Nigerian leader noted: “Each of you has been carefully selected for this critical task.

“Security is an essential element without which everything else is rendered meaningless.”

Tinubu further stated there could not be sufficient development in the Nigerian economy, if adequate security as a fundamental aspect of human needs, is unattained.

He asserted: “Our people and our nation must remain secure to enjoy the benefits of governance.

“The government’s foremost duty is to protect the citizens.”

He equally highlighted that over the years, the Nigerian Military has remained steadfast in defending the nation’s territorial integrity, with many soldiers paying the ultimate price for their service.

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According to him, in dark times, when terrorists and armed marauders held significant portions of Nigerian’s land, th gallant armed forces rose to the challenge and reclaimed those occupied territories.

The President said his administration had restored peace to many areas previously under siege, rescued countless kidnapped citizens, and significantly diminished the capacity of the terror groups.

Tinubu said: “I thank our Armed Forces for their patriotism, diligence, and dedication to their duty.

“As your Commander-in-Chief, I sincerely appreciate your sacrifices, as I have repeatedly acknowledged.”

He, however, affirmed that challenges remain.

President Tinubu acknowledged that security threats are constantly evolving, constantly mutating. He said of grave concern to his administration is the recent emergence of new armed groups in the North-Central, North-West, and parts of the South.

The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces stated: “We must not allow these new threats to fester.

“We must be decisive and proactive. Let us smash the new snakes right in the head.”

Tinubu averred: “I charge you, as the heads of our nation’s armed forces, to carry out your duties with patriotic zeal. Nigerians expect results, not excuses.

“I charge you also to be innovative, pre-emptive, and courageous. Let’s stay ahead of those who seek to threaten our peace.”

He also urged the Service Chiefs: “Let us deploy technology where necessary. We cannot allow the crisis that began in 2009 to persist any longer.”

Tinubu said: “I wish you success as you take up the challenge. I promise to provide all the support you need to get the job done.”

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