The deputy spokesperson of the House of Representatives, Philip Agbese, has urged President Bola Tinubu to confer the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON) national honour on Nigeria’s top military commanders, saying their leadership has contributed to recent security gains recorded in parts of the country.
Mr Agbese made the appeal on Sunday in Abuja during the State of Affairs gathering, which brought together security experts, professionals and stakeholders to discuss national security issues.
The lawmaker, who represents Ado/Okpokwu/Ogbadibo Federal Constituency of Benue State, said the successful rescue of abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo State and the prevention of a planned mass abduction in Borno State reflected growing operational efficiency within the armed forces.
He said the military leadership, led by the chief of defence staff, the chief of army staff and other service chiefs, deserved national recognition for their commitment to tackling insecurity.
“The successful resolution of the Oriire abduction after 56 days in captivity and the decisive intervention in Monguno demonstrate the growing effectiveness of our security apparatus under your leadership,” Mr Agbese said.
