The Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Kashim Shettima, represented by the Permanent Secretary of Ministry of Defence, Dr. Ibrahim Abubakar Kana, has commended the graduating cadets of the 71 Regular Course and Postgraduate Students of the Nigeria Defence Academy (NDA) for their dedication and readiness to serve the nation.
The Vice President gave the commendation during the 34th Convocation Ceremony of the 71 Regular Course and Postgraduate Students of the Nigeria Defence Academy (NDA) held at NDA , Kaduna State.
In his speech, the Vice President commended the cadets for their perseverance, stating: “Your commitment and discipline exemplify the qualities that Nigeria needs in these challenging times. As future leaders of our Armed Forces, you stand as symbols of hope, resilience, and courage.”
According to the him, the convocation marked a significant milestone for the 71 Regular Course Cadets and postgraduate students as they step into roles that will shape the future of Nigeria’s defence. He reaffirmed government’s commitment to equipping the military with the necessary tools and knowledge to protect the nation.
On his part, the Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar who also double as the Chairman of the NDA Governing Council, was represented by the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher G. Musa, emphasized the importance of continuous training and education in the military.
“The NDA remains the cornerstone of Nigeria’s military excellence. We must continue to invest in the development of our Armed Forces to ensure the nation’s security and stability,” he said.
He charged the graduating cadets to uphold the values of integrity, service, and patriotism as they join the ranks of Nigeria’s military elite.
Henshaw Ogubike Mnipr FCAi Fsca Fcpe, Director (Information and Public Relations)