Badaru Salutes Nigerians on the occasion of the Country’s 64th Independence Anniversary

… As Nigeria marks its 64th Independence Anniversary, we celebrate our resilience, unity, and the sacrifices made to safeguard our sovereignty…

Oru Leonard 

The Honourable Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, in his Independence Anniversary message, has extended heartfelt congratulations to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Armed Forces, acknowledging their pivotal role in preserving the nation’s integrity and security.

A press release made available to News Dot Africa, signed by the Director Information and Public Relations, Barr Henshaw Ogubuike reads

“On this historic occasion, the Honourable Minister of Defence, H.E Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, CON, mni congratulates the President and Commander-In-Chief of the Armed Forces, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR and also extends his heartfelt congratulations to the Armed Forces and all Nigerians. Reflecting on the nation’s journey, he stated: “Our Armed Forces have played a pivotal role in preserving the integrity and security of this great nation. Their unwavering dedication remains a beacon of hope for Nigeria’s future.”

As we celebrate this milestone, the Minister emphasized the importance of unity and collective effort, adding, “Our strength lies in our unity. Let us continue to work together in the pursuit of peace, security, and prosperity for all Nigerians.”

“As we mark our 64th independence, I commend President Tinubu for his unwavering support to the Nigerian Military and the military’s dedication to serving the nation,” Badaru stated. “Together, we can achieve the change we desire.”