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40 Years in the Army: A Lifetime of Service Recount By  Lt Gen Tukur Yusufu Buratai (Rtd.) CFR By Odeyemi Oladimeji 

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AMBASSADOR (LT. GENERAL RTD) TUKUR BURATAI, WOULD BE AN INVALUABLE ASSET TO THE GOVERNMENT OF PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU. By Comrade Oladimeji Odeyemi

 

40 Years in the Army: A Lifetime of Service Recount By  Lt Gen Tukur Yusufu Buratai (Rtd.) CFR

By Odeyemi Oladimeji 

 

Lt. Gen  Tukur Yusufu Buratai is  a former Chief of Army staff and Former Nigerian Ambassador to the Republic of Benin. In this piece, he narrated how he rose through the ranks in Nigerian Army and forty years experience in the Nigerian Army

40 Years in the Army: A Lifetime of Service Recount By  Lt Gen Tukur Yusufu Buratai (Rtd.) CFR
By Odeyemi Oladimeji 

I was appointed as Chief of Army Staff (COAS) in 2015 at a time when the sovereignty of the country was threatened by insidious forces within our borders. Throughout my forty years in the Nigerian Army, including those momentous sixty six months as its head, my sole preoccupation had been public service.

 

 

The records of my modest achievements are obvious, some of which had been mentioned earlier in this hall. My commitment to the army and the Nigerian public never wavered from my cadet days to my retirement. I started as a young officer, eager to serve my country and make a difference.

Over the years, I rose through the service, promoted as at when due and took on various roles and responsibilities that allowed me to contribute to the greater good of the service and the nation. As I gained experience and expertise, I was entrusted with leadership positions.

These opportunities allowed me to contribute to shaping the direction of the Nigerian Army and implement strategies that enhanced its efficiency and effectiveness.

My tenure as Chief of Army Staff was particularly significant, as it provided a platform to influence policy and ensure the army’s readiness to face all security challenges that arose. Some of my obvious key achievements include preservation of democracy, improved professionalism of the Nigerian Army and maintaining our nation’s unity.

During my tenure as Chief of Army Staff (COAS), I focused on modernizing the Nigerian army’s capabilities and adapting to the ever-evolving nature of warfare. I spearheaded initiatives to enhance training programmes, improve equipment, and promote innovation within the ranks. These efforts not only bolstered the Army’s operational readiness but also ensured the safety and security of our nation.

An officer of the Nigerian armed forces is guided by both the Constitution and the Armed Forces Act CAP A20 Laws of the Federation of Nigeria which forms the major part of military laws in Nigeria. This is referred to as Doctrine of Compact’, which simply means that a military personnel is subject to two laws. That is Civil Law and Military Law.

While in service, I made sure that my decisions, as well as the actions I took were guided by this doctrine. I prioritized fostering strong relationships with international allies, recognizing the importance of collaboration in addressing global security concerns. Through joint exercises and partnerships, strengthened our collective defense capabilities and promoted counter terrorism efforts regionally and globally. Through the instrumentality of the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) we coordinated and fought the war against Boko Haram and Islamic State West African Province (ISWAP). Through the Community of Sahel-Saharan State (CENSAD) and the Islamic Coalition against Terrorism we contributed significantly to the global war against terrorism.

 

 

 

 

 

In retirement my dedication to public service remains as strong. I am grateful for the trust placed in me and the experiences that have shaped my character. Moving forward, I will continue to contribute to society, leveraging the skills and values instilled in me during my military career.

My four decades in the army, including my tenure as Chief of Army Staff (COAS), has been marked by a deep commitment to serving the public through a focus on modernization, collaboration, and unwavering dedication. I endeavored to make a positive impact on the army and the nation as a The verdict is out, and I am fulfilled to have played a role in safeguarding our country’s security and well-being

Lt. Gen  Tukur Yusufu Buratai is  a former Chief of Army staff and Former Nigerian Ambassador to the Republic of Benin

 

 

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How Primate Ayodele Gave Deceased Actor ‘Agbako’ N100K Monthly Till His Death

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*How Primate Ayodele Gave Deceased Actor ‘Agbako’ N100K Monthly Till His Death

 

 

In as much as veteran actor, Charles Olumo popularly known as Agbako died at a very old age yesterday, Primate Ayodele is one of those who are not happy that the thespian who graced our screen for decades is no more.

The Nigerian prophet who leads the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church has always shown his love for Nollywood practitioners, and this is evident in his several addresses to them. He invites them to his church programmes, supports them financially, prays for them, and seeks more support for them.

Due to his love for Nollywood and respect for the industry’s veterans, Primate Ayodele decided to offer the oldest actor, Charles Olumo, who died yesterday, a lifetime salary of N100,000 monthly starting in July 2023.

The prophet made this announcement at an event held by the Nollywood body TAMPAN to celebrate Charles Olumo’s 100th birthday in Abeokuta. At the event, the Nollywood body also made Primate Ayodele its life patron.

At the event, Primate Ayodele instantly gave the veteran a cheque of N500,000 and promised to place him on a monthly salary of N100,000 till his maker calls him home. Asides that, Primate Ayodele called on the Nollywood body to organize a foundation that would cater for old veterans where he would be able to support them financially.

These were his words:

“I appreciate this group for recognizing me, state national and president. I appreciate your service to the country. I appreciate this group for recognizing me, the state national, and the president. I appreciate your service to the country.

“By God’s grace, I will donate the sum of N500,000 to veteran actor, Charles Oluomo and place him on a monthly salary of 100k till his maker calls him home. Also, I will donate N500,000 to the association for this laudable event.

“I want you to come up with a foundation for the old veterans in the industry and include me in it. They don’t have to become beggars before they feed. This foundation will be responsible for their well-being and God’s willing, I will contribute my quota to it.’’

Primate Ayodele’s announcement to place the veteran actor on salary is what others do too but fulfilling the promise is what they fail to do. Many times, this kind of announcement ends immediately when the microphone is dropped but for Primate Ayodele, he ensured the actor gets what he promised him every month since he made the announcement.

May the soul of Charles Olumo rest in perfect peace.

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MULTIPLE HONOURS FOR EVELYN JOSHUA IN ARGENTINA BY DARE ADEJUMO

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MULTIPLE HONOURS FOR EVELYN JOSHUA IN ARGENTINA BY DARE ADEJUMO

MULTIPLE HONOURS FOR EVELYN JOSHUA IN ARGENTINA

BY DARE ADEJUMO

 

In a gallant and joyful show of gratitude for the crusade held in Argentina by the Synagogue Church Of All Nations SCOAN along with its landmark charity programme for the “poorest of the poor” in the country, Pastor Evelyn Joshua has been showered with multiple honours and awards by the government authorities in Argentina. The Crusade was officially recognized as an event of public interest by the various government bodies.
Pastor Joshua received the “Key of the city of Resistencia in CHACO Province” by the Mayor of the city, Abelardo Nokckich,. That “key” makes her the first among equals, a distinguished personality and very important “citizen” of the Argentine city. The other Awards are: from the President of the Chamber of Deputies of the Province of CHACO, Mrs Carmen Delgado Britto in recognition of the Crusade as “a special event and a great thing for the Province by law” and that by the Governor of the province Mr. Leandro Zdero.
Accepting the Awards, Evelyn Joshua who was visibly surprised by the Awards, expressed her deep gratitude to the nation and the Awarders.
“It’s God’s comnand that we should be here to demonstrate His love physically and spiritually. I dedicate these Awards to the christians in Argentina who are striving and yearning to be like our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. That you may continue to grow in faith, spirit and words of God. I thank the Argentine government and all the various authorities that considered me fit for the awards” She prayed for a glorious turn around and God’s blessings for the land.
Major dignatories at the event include: the Provincial Deputy, Mr Paola Beneitez, The Minister of Justice, Labour and Human Rights Mr. Jorge Gomez, Director of Religious Affairs for the Province, Mr Pedro Garcia and Director of Religious Affairs for the municipality of Resistencia, Mr. Javier Pinero.
The two-day Crusade was a high water shed in the christians’ experience in Argentina.

Apart from rejuvenating and invigorating the early Apostolic age revival in a country where Christianity was gradually becoming a mere social gathering, Evelyn Joshua Crusade made the physiognomy of Christianity real with the avalanche of miracles, healings, deliverances, blessings and salvation of several human souls happening simultaneously and practically during the Crusade.

MULTIPLE HONOURS FOR EVELYN JOSHUA IN ARGENTINA
BY DARE ADEJUMO

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Olo Omidan Bata Set To Drop Another Hot Single On Nov 10*

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*Olo Omidan Bata Set To Drop Another Hot Single On Nov 10*

 

Female talented drummer, Olo Omidan Bata, is fresh out of the studios and she is set to drop yet another hot single that will explode in everyone’s faces!

The 23 year old youth beauty is very proud of her culture and flaunting it in stylish class. While her musical colleagues are busy trying to re-sell foreign music, Olo Omidan Bata the queen of the Bata drums is busy most times in the studios working on new African hit songs that will set the dance floor on fire!

Her dexterity and dedication to her kind of music has reflected in her other past singles, released in recent years.

Olo as she is also fondly called is actually one of the very few female that can handle the Bata, and that’s because Bata is such a tasking kind of drum to play.

But Olo handles Bata drums with ease and that is why ‘Inun mi dun’, her next hot song, is going to reflect the star energy that she has put into the African fusion she’s presenting.

The new single is weaved around celebration as the title: ‘Inun mi dun’, suggests. In the song, Olo is thanking God, she’s thanking her star and thanking Atunda Entertainment for making her to hit stardom in her musical career.

“I’m happy to have seen this day! I’m happy to have the right people around me. I’m happy to have been enjoying the right support that has taken me this far. I’m happy for life, so let’s celebrate!” Olo Omidan Bata said excitedly

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