The Honourable Minister of Defence H.E. Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has commended the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s support for strengthening national security.
The Minister said this while speaking as the Special Guest of Honour at the graduation ceremony of Army War College Nigeria (AWCN), Course 9/2025, held on 9 October 2025 at the College Auditorium, Abuja.
In a statement on Friday, by Mati Ali, Personal Assistant on Media,
Badaru charged the Army War College Graduands to lead with courage and integrity.
He described the occasion as a true celebration of intellectual rigour, national investment and military excellence.
The Minister appreciated the Chief of Army Staff, the Commandant, and the faculty and staff of AWCN for their selfless dedication to professional military education, stating that the College is central to developing operational-level leaders for Nigeria’s defence system.
He Congratulated the graduands on completing a course marked by rigorous academic and operational training, urging them to lead with integrity, courage and humility as they assume greater responsibilities in safeguarding national security.
Charging the officers to remain committed to lifelong learning, emphasizing that modern military leadership requires continuous adaptation to emerging threats and technologies.
He expressed his profound gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for his steadfast support for the Armed Forces under the Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritises military modernization, joint training and regional security cooperation.
The Minister also said that the Renewed Hope Agenda places the graduates at the heart of efforts to build a safer and more prosperous Nigeria where security underpins national development.
Badaru also recognised the sacrifices of the graduands’ families, describing them as “the unseen heroes whose patience and prayers sustain the Armed Forces.”
He welcomed the participation of allied students from other African countries, saying their presence enriched the course and strengthened regional solidarity.
The Minister charged the graduands to uphold professionalism, discipline and patriotism in their future assignments:
“Always remember that you are the guardians of our nation’s security. Serve with pride, uphold our values and never lose sight of the sacred trust placed in you.”