…By Jack Sylva for TDPel Media. The 10th Senate, led by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, has commenced the screening of the recently appointed Service Chiefs by President Bola Tinubu.
The President, on June 19, 2023, announced the appointment of new service chiefs for the nation.
Subsequently, President Tinubu sent a letter to the Senate, requesting their confirmation of the nominated Service Chiefs.
As of the time of reporting, the screening of the service chiefs is underway in the Senate.
Highlights from the Ongoing Screening
Here are the key updates from the ongoing screening process in the upper chamber:
Introduction by the Chiefs: The Service Chiefs will briefly introduce themselves before the lawmakers.
Chief of Defense Staff Speaks: Major General C.G. Musa, the Chief of Defense Staff, is the first to address the Senate. He emphasizes that the Armed Forces are dedicated to safeguarding the country and assures the Senate of their commitment to serving Nigerians diligently.
He requests the Senate’s confirmation of his appointment.
Chief of Army Staff Addresses the Senate:
The Chief of Army Staff takes the podium and acknowledges Nigeria’s challenging security situations, which have affected the economy and societal well-being.
He highlights the need for proactive, adaptive, and inclusive skills to address the nation’s insecurity issues. If confirmed by the Senate, he pledges to justify the confidence placed in him by President Tinubu and Nigerians.
Conclusion:
The ongoing screening of the newly appointed Service Chiefs by the 10th Senate is a significant step towards ensuring national security.
The Chiefs have begun introducing themselves and addressing the lawmakers, emphasizing their dedication to serving Nigerians and combating the country’s security challenges.
As the screening process continues, the Senate’s confirmation of the nominated Service Chiefs will play a vital role in shaping the future of Nigeria’s defense and security landscape.