The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, has warned against the dangers of military takeover of government in West Africa, stressing that it threatens democratic values and negates the core responsibilities of the military profession.
Gen. Musa made this statement during a meeting with West African Defence Chiefs in Abuja on Wednesday, noting that recent military coups in the region have had unintended consequences and threatened democratic values.
He emphasized that the military must uphold democratic values in line with their constitutions and work together to prevent such abnormalities and ensure peace and sustainable development.
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“We must destroy the threat of military takeover of government, as it negates our core responsibilities as military professionals,” Gen. Musa said. “As democratic countries, we in the military must uphold democratic values in line with our various constitutions.”
The CDS highlighted the importance of collaboration and sharing intelligence to address the root causes and symptoms of security challenges in the region.
He identified terrorism, insurgency, organized crime, violence, and unconstitutional takeover of government as threats that undermine national security and socio-economic development.
Gen. Musa encouraged the defence chiefs to address these challenges through deliberate and concerted collaborative efforts. “Your presence here reflects a shared commitment and dedication towards living in a sustainable environment for the safety and well-being of our people,” he said.
