General Olufemi Oluyede Reaffirms Nigeria's Support for ECOWAS
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting all ECOWAS security initiatives, reflecting Nigeria's dedication to regional peace and development. General Olufemi Oluyede, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), made this assurance during a courtesy visit from the outgoing chairman, Lieutenant General Amara Idara Bangura of Sierra Leone, and incoming chairman, Vice-Admiral Oumar Wade of Senegal, at the DHQ in Abuja.
General Oluyede expressed gratitude for the kind remarks about Nigeria and its Armed Forces, emphasizing the need for unity among ECOWAS member states to address common security threats. Major General Samaila Uba, Director of Defence Information, noted that Bangura appreciated Nigeria's support throughout his tenure and urged continued goodwill towards his successor.
Wade acknowledged Nigeria's leadership role in West Africa and called for ongoing support to tackle complex security challenges, including terrorism and organized crime.
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