Nigeria Army says unity critical tool for overcoming challenges
The Acting Commandant, Nigerian Army Institute of Science Education and Technology (NAISET), Col. Abbas Abubakar has underscored the need for unity as a tool to overcome National challenges.
Col. Abubakar made the call during the 2025 West African Social Activities (WASA) of the Nigerian Army at the Sobi Barracks in Ilorin.
He said that WASA was a platform to evaluate successes of the year, while fostering unity and brotherhood.
According to him, it was also a reminder that discipline and togetherness are the core foundation of excellence.
”Unity in the Nigerian Army was not just a concept, but a practice that enables us to overcome challenges, achieve goals, and remain steadfast in our commitments to excellence.
”This historic and cherished tradition of WASA unites us as one family to honor our cultural heritage, promote unity and reflect on the achievements of our institutions,” he said.
The acting commandant said that the performances of staff and students, as ambassadors of unity, showcased the beauty of Nigeria’s ethnic heritage through music, dance, and other performances.
”This serves as a reminder that our strength as a nation lies in our ability to work together despite our differences.
”Our achievements, whether in academic milestones technological advancement, or military proficiency, transcends operations to celebrate camaraderie, family, and the vibrancy of our rich cultural diversity.
”As we celebrate, let us not only enjoy the cultural festivity but also commit ourselves to the values of unity, discipline, and strength that define us as members of the Nigerian Army community, and as patriotic Nigerians, ” he said.
The Governor of Kwara, Mallam Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, commended the relentless effort of the Nigeria Army, in combating security challenges in the nation.
Abdulrazaq who was represented by his Senior Special Assistant on Security, Mr Muyideen Aliyu, commenced the officers’ bravery and determination in restoring peace and order in Kwara.
”It is evident that your hard work is making the tangible difference in our state.
”Let us not forget the impacts of your operations which have curtailed the activities of those who seek to destroy our way of life.
”While I congratulate you on this memorable event, may I use this opportunity to admonish you to remain hard working, loyal, disciplined, and dedicated in your various assigned roles,” he said
The governor pledged his unwavering commitment to partnership with the Nigerian Army, and providing the necessary support and resources.
WASA is an annual event organised by the Army, to celebrate the diverse cultural heritage of Nigeria.
The annual event brings together Officers, Soldiers, and their families in a relaxed atmosphere, to celebrate and mark the end of the year’s activities.
The 2025 WASA was hosted by NAISET and the Nigerian Army College of Education.
The highlights of the events included award presentations to outstanding officers, beating of the retreat, lighting of bonfire, cultural displays, acrobatic dances and choreography.
