President Muhammadu Buhari, yesterday, praised the gallantry of the Nigerian armed forces in curbing the menace of terrorism in the country.
Buhari, who was joined by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and other top military personnel in laying wreaths in honour of fallen heroes, said the armed forces had distinguished themselves in no small measure and that Nigerians would eternally remain grateful for this feat.
The president said this during the 2017 Armed Forces Remembrance Day celebration, when he spoke via video conferencing to the acting General Officer Commanding (GOC), 7 Division, Nigerian Army (Sambisa Forest), Major General Victor Ezugwu.
Buhari said, “You have done Nigeria a great pride. Your success was received spontaneously by all Nigerians. I congratulate you and thank you very much for the honour done to the country and to us. Well done! I wish you and your families well and I hope that you are in touch with your families. I wish you more success and please maintain the standard of discipline and efficiency. Thank you very much indeed.”
The wreath-laying ceremony was held at the National Arcade in the Three Arms Zone in Abuja.
