The Nigerian Navy has held its 2nd Quarter 10 kilometre Route March in Abuja, with the Chief of Naval Staff Vice Admiral Ibok Ete Ibas stating that the Navy would continue to support democracy by remaining loyal, committed and dedicated to the service of ‘our’ fatherland.
Vice Admiral Ibas who was represented by Rear Admiral Ifeoluwa Mohammed, the Chief of Naval Transformation, however warned that “In achieving this feat, the Nigerian Navy Would not tolerate any act of misdemeanor, unprofessional conduct or any act that could bring the Service into disrepute by any personnel”.
Assuring that the Navy High Command remains committed to the welfare of all officers and ratings for optimal performance, the CNS said, “As members of the Armed Forces, it is imperative for us to maintain a high level of operational and combat readiness.
“This can only be achieved if we equally maintain a high level of mental and physical fitness.
“This requirement informed this Exercise which is designed to enhance our mental and physical alertness in response to contemporary security challenges.
“It is therefore commendable to note the high turnout and performance of personnel during the Exercise.
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“Suffice to state that the performance we have Witnessed today guarantees that the Nigerian Navy will continue to meet up With its constitutional commitments in collaboration with other security agencies in Nigeria to improve National security.
“It is pertinent to reinstate the fact that the Nigerian Navy remains a formidable partner in the internal security operations across the Country.
“To this end, I enjoin you all to keep the flag flying by diligently performing your duties while maintaining utmost regard to human rights.
Continuing, Vice Admiral Ibas said, “I wish to once again congratulate the President and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Muhammadu Buhari and indeed Nigerians in general for the renewed mandate given to the President.
“The Nigerian Navy would continue to support Our democracy by remaining loyal, committed and dedicated to the service of our fatherland
“Once more, dedication to duty and unflinching support to our growing democracy and constituted authority remains sacrosanct to all of us.
“May I reinstate that your participation in the Second Quarter Route March was an opportunity for you to showcase your mental alertness and physical fitness.”
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