Chief of Defence Staff ,Gen. Christopher Musa, has warned personnel of the Nigerian Armed Forces against abuse of social media, arms and drugs trafficking, saying it will not be tolerated.
Musa read the riot act during the passing out parade for the 87 regular recruits intake and Depot NA Centenary Celebration on Saturday in Zaria, Kaduna State.
Musa , who was the Special Guest and Reviewing Officer of the parade, said indiscipline would never be tolerated by the armed forces.2
He recalled the çrecent issues of personnel found trafficking arms, drugs and weapons across the nation, warning,”this must end”.
“The abuse of social media would also not be tolerated. We don’t want military operations to be broadcast on social media platforms by members of the armed forces.
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“We don’t want to expose our operations and personnel to social media because hackers and individuals that don’t mean well will take advantage of us”.
Musa said the armed forces have regulated the use of social media platforms by their members, warning that every member should abide by it.
He added that the 5, 867 passed out recruits would be added to the fight against insecurity bedeviling many parts of the country.
The CDS urged the new soldiers to use the training acquired once exposed to the field, respect constituted authorities and human rights of every individual.
Musa, who said that the fight against insecurity cannot be done by the government alone, sought the support of Nigerians and other security agencies to enable them succeed.
“If you see anything, don’t hesitate to report and action would be taken immediately,” he said.
The CDS, who was accompanied by the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lt.- Gen. Olufemi Oloyede, and other top brass in the armed forces, restated commitment to strengthening the depot.
Musa said the depot, since its establishment in 1924, has continued to produce professional soldiers for the country. ”We are very proud of this noble institution,” he said.
Author: : Maureen Ikpeama