Former minister unveils new book on chief of army staff (photo)
- A former minister of state for Niger Delta Affairs, Sam Ode, has unveiled a book written on the achievements of the chief of army staff
- Ode's new book showcased some of the achievements of the chief of army staff since assuming duty
- Ode also commended the army chief for being resolute on matters affecting the country's security
A former minister of state for Niger Delta Affairs, Sam Ode, on Tuesday, December 12, unveiled a book written on the achievements of the chief of army staff, Tukur Buratai.
Ode, alongside other members of the intellectual class authored the book which showcased some of the achievements of the chief of army staff since assuming duty.
In a written speech made available to journalists, Ode said there's the need to constantly review the dynamic undercurrents of terrorism war with its global connections and linkage to Nigeria.
Ode said a reassessment of the operational strategies of the Nigerian military would help in the adoption of new methods in order to strengthen defence apparatus in Nigeria.
Ode's new showcased some of the achievements of the chief of army staff since assuming duty. Photo source: Chris Ode
He also commended the army chief for being resolute on matters affecting the country's security.
The former minister said: "I haven’t said this because I live in Abuja or have read in newspapers but as a former member of the Federal Executive Council at the time bombings started in Nigeria and one who has travelled the length and breadth of the country before and after the insurgency.
"I have no doubt in my mind that the re-professionalized and re-positioned Nigerian Army has made Nigeria and Africa proud by its daring and successful exploits on Boko Haram terrorism. We all know the dynamic and assymetrical character of terrorism warfare, which has proved difficult to surmount, even by far more technologically advanced nations of the word.
"Nonetheless, I want to seize this unique opportunity offered me to address this special conference to further amplify the enviable and exemplary leadership style of the COAS, Lt. Gen. TY Buratai saying he is not just a soldier, but a General in the true sense of the world.
"He strikes me like the finest Army Officer to berth in Nigeria for years. Gen. Buratai is rough and rugged in the trenches and at the same time, an impressive visionary and master of military administration. These are the opinions of leading Nigerian scholars, researchers and even critics that I have documented in my work 'The People’s Soldier' and have been invited by this August gathering to formally present to you."
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Ode further added that Nigeria is fortunate to be blessed with a resplendent military prodigy like Buratai.
Describing Buratai as a genius of a rare breed, Ode said the chief of army staff is a replication of the world’s best brains in several fields because he leaves a lasting impression.
NAIJ.com earlier reported that the Oyo state government entered into an agreement with the Nigerian army.
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The state government agreed to build a garrison in the state.
The announcement was made by the governor of Oyo state Abiola Ajimobi who said that the state has regained its status as a haven of peace and security.
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Source: Naija.ng