Writing By Usman Sani, Editing By Godwin Duru
Minister of Defence, Muhammad Badaru Abubakar has restated Nigeria’s commitment to building strong institutions as the foundation for good governance and national stability.
In a statement by his Personal Assistant on Media and Publicity, Malam Mati Ali, the Minister stated this at the graduation lecture of course thirty-three of the National Defence College in Abuja.
Alhaji Muhammad Badaru Abubakar noted that under President Bola Tinubu’s renewed hope agenda, reforms and leadership appointments are designed to entrench accountability and professionalism across government institutions, including the defence sector.
“Strong nations are built on strong institutions, not strong individuals”.
The Minister who commended efforts by African Governments, the African Union and ECOWAS in strengthening governance, however stressed the need for deeper co-operation to secure peace and development.
Alhaji Badaru Abubakar urged the graduands to leave behind systems stronger than they found them.
He commended President Bola Tinubu for his continued support to the Armed Forces and the National Defence College.
The event featured the immediate past President of Ghana, His Excellency Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, as the guest lecturer.
PR/Usman Sani
