Lawmaker Calls for National Honours for Security Chiefs Over Orire Rescue
The Deputy Spokesman of the House of Representatives, Philip Agbese, has urged President Bola Tinubu to award a national honour to the country’s security chiefs for their recent exploits in Oyo and Borno states.
Agbese, who represents Ado/Okpokwu/Ogbadibo Federal Constituency of Benue State, cited the rescue of schoolchildren and teachers abducted in the Orire area of Oyo State and the foiling of an attempted mass abduction of students in Monguno, Borno State, as proof of improved operational effectiveness.
“The achievements of the armed forces under the current military leadership are worthy of national recognition, especially at a time the country is still battling insurgency, banditry and other security threats,” the lawmaker said.
“The safe return of the Orire victims is a victory that should be celebrated. It shows what organized intelligence and military action can do.
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“The successful resolution of the Orire abduction after 56 days of captivity and decisive intervention in Monguno, show the increasing effectiveness of our security apparatus under your leadership.
Our Chief of Defence Staff, Chief of Army Staff and other key military officers are well deserving of the GCON award as they have restored hope to families and protected the future of our children. “These achievements are worthy of national recognition,” Agbese said.
He said praising good service in the armed forces would help boost the morale of personnel and help strengthen public confidence in the security institutions of the nation.
“I believe as an opposition member, credit must be given where credit is due. “The GCON for our security chiefs will boost their morale and signal that excellence in protecting Nigerians transcends partisan lines,” he said.
Agbese also advised the Federal Government to continue to invest in military hardware, intelligence gathering and welfare of security personnel to consolidate on the recent gains recorded in the fight against insecurity.
“Mr President, let this be the beginning of greater collaboration. Nothing less than complete safety in their schools and communities is what Nigerian parents and students are entitled to.
“The heroes who produced these results should be celebrated. “GCON for our security leadership is well-deserved recognition of their service and sacrifice.”
