Former Chief of Army Staff and former Nigerian Ambassador to the Republic of Benin, Lieutenant General Tukur Yusufu Buratai, CFR, has called for collective efforts and unity to build a secured Nigeria.
General Buratai gave the remarks Saturday, while being inducted as the 2nd Patron of the Institute of Security, Nigeria, at the 17th International Security Conference.
The event, held at the Faculty of Social Sciences Auditorium, University of Lagos, brought together top security experts, academics, and stakeholders to discuss the most pressing security issues facing Nigeria.
The event had the theme: Advancing Security Education for Stable Political Systems, Socio Economic Development, Good Governance and Mitigating Terrorism in Nigeria.
General Buratai, emphasized the importance of security education, training, and excellence. He pledged to support the Institute’s initiatives and programs, advocate for policy reforms, and improve security in the country and the world.
“Security education, training, and excellence are at the forefront of our shared vision. We aim to strengthen the capacity of security and law enforcement agencies, ensuring they deliver exceptional services,” General Buratai said.
He also emphasized the need for collective efforts to build a secure Nigeria where citizens can live without fear and prosperity thrives. “Let us unite to build a secure Nigeria where citizens live without fear and prosperity thrives,” General Buratai added.
Performing the investiture, General Olu Bajowa, the 1st Patron of the Institute, praised General Buratai’s exceptional leadership and dedication to Nigeria’s security, setting the tone for a thought-provoking conference that emphasized the need for collective efforts to build a secure Nigeria.
General Bajowa described him as an outstanding Nigerian who embodies courage, determination, and patriotism.
