The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa, on Wednesday, joined members of the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) to break the Christian fast, calling for unity and deeper collaboration among personnel across religious lines.
The event, held at the Defence Headquarters, was an initiative of the CDS aimed at fostering unity of purpose and reinforcing the spirit of jointness among Christian and Muslim personnel within the military.
In his remarks, General Musa emphasized the importance of sustaining such interfaith gatherings, noting that they promote tolerance, camaraderie, and mutual respect within the ranks. He also highlighted the spiritual, physical, and health benefits of fasting, adding that it instills discipline, endurance, and a closer connection to God—qualities essential to military life.
The CDS commended members of the Armed Forces for their unwavering dedication and sacrifices, despite the numerous operational challenges across the country. While acknowledging a recent uptick in security threats, he maintained that such challenges would not deter the military’s resolve to combat insurgency and restore peace across all theatres of operation.
He urged personnel to remain focused, resilient, and committed, stressing the importance of teamwork in achieving collective success.
General Musa also lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his continued support of the Armed Forces, particularly in the provision of resources and equipment necessary for the effective prosecution of national security operations.
It will be recalled that similar fast-breaking events were organized weekly during the Muslim fasting period, bringing together personnel from various arms of the military for shared moments of reflection and fellowship.
The event was attended by officers and men from the various services, including the Defence Headquarters.
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