The
Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Tukur Buratai, has warned soldiers to steer clear
of politics, adding that he received information that some individuals had been
approaching some officers and soldiers for undisclosed political reasons.
Buratai
warned that men and officers caught in meetings with politicians would be
penalised.
The
Director, Army Public Relations, Brig. Gen. Sani Usman, in a statement on
Tuesday, disclosed the COAS’s stand.
He
said, “The COAS has received information about some individuals approaching
soldiers and, on the basis of that, he has warned such persons to desist from
this act.
“He
also reminded them that the Nigerian Army is a thorough professional,
disciplined, loyal and apolitical institution that has clear constitutional
roles and responsibilities.
“Therefore,
he seriously warned and advised all officers and men interested in politics, to
resign their commission or apply for voluntary discharge forthwith.
“Any
officer or soldier of the Nigerian Army found to be hobnobbing with such
elements or engaging in unprofessional conducts such as politicking, would have
himself or herself to blame.”
Usman
added that the COAS further reiterated that the Nigerian Army would
remain apolitical and respect the constitution of the Federal Republic of
Nigeria.
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