Lagos- The Chairman of the Presidential Committee on the Review of Nigeria’s National Defence Policy, said the outcome of its work would enhance the efficiency of the armed forces.
AVM Mohammed Umaru (Rtd), gave the assurance in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos
Umaru said, following the committee’s two-day stakeholders’ interactive session in Lagos, the outcome of its work had so far been fruitful.
“From all indications we expect to have a result-oriented review that would ensure the efficiency of the armed forces.
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“In Lagos for instance, the sessions dwelt on issues bordering on the people and the efficiency of the armed forces.
“This committee strongly believes that the responsibility of defending Nigeria should no longer be left to the armed forces alone.
“It is, therefore, our expectation, from the interactive sessions, that government will also see the need to involve individuals and groups in national defence,’’ he said.
He said that it was imperative for Nigerians to be involved individually and collectively in protecting the country’s territory.
Umaru reiterated that the committee would come up with a vibrant national defence policy that would aid the armed forces in a democratic environment. (NAN)