The Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant Normal Olufemi Oluyede has ordered investigation into viral video of troopers expressing frustration over poor feeding by operational commanders.
The viral footage exhibits some personnel displaying meals objects allegedly despatched to them by their larger command, suggesting dissatisfaction with the standard and amount of the foodstuffs.
Performing Director, Military Public Relations, Lt.-Col. Appolonia Anele whereas reacting to the viral video, stated it was being handled with the very best degree of seriousness.
Anele assured each personnel and most of the people that whereas the authenticity and context of the video have been but to be totally ascertained, the matter was being handled with the seriousness it deserved.
“Consequently, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant Normal Olufemi Oluyede, has ordered an intensive and detailed investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
“In keeping with his dedication to transparency and accountability, the end result of the investigation shall be made public upon conclusion,” she assured.
In accordance with the Performing Director, the COAS reiterated that troops’ welfare stays his topmost precedence, in step with his Command philosophy.
The assertion inspired personnel to utilise established and applicable navy channels to current their considerations or complaints, particularly on welfare companies.
“The usage of unauthorised platforms to precise grievances, notably on operational issues, is extremely discouraged and regarded a breach of navy ethics and self-discipline,” he warned.
He, due to this fact, reassured all personnel of Nigerian Military and the general public that he’ll proceed to uphold the very best requirements of management accountability, troops welfare and institutional integrity in fulfilment of its constitutional mandate.
“The wellbeing and effectiveness of the Nigerian soldier stay central to our ongoing transformation efforts and operational success,” the COAS assured.
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