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The Deputy Spokesman of the House of Representatives, Philip Agbese, has urged President Bola Tinubu to bestow a national honour on the country’s security chiefs in recognition of their recent exploits in Oyo and Borno states.
Agbese, who represents Ado/Okpokwu/Ogbadibo Federal Constituency of Benue State, cited the rescue of schoolchildren and teachers abducted in the Orire area of Oyo State and the foiling of an attempted mass abduction of students in Monguno, Borno State, as evidence of improved operational effectiveness.
The lawmaker stated that the achievements of the armed forces under the current military leadership deserve national recognition, particularly at a time when the country continues to battle insurgency, banditry and other security threats.
“The safe return of the Orire victims remains a victory worth celebrating. It shows what coordinated intelligence and military efforts can achieve.
“The successful resolution of the Orire abduction after 56 days in captivity and the decisive intervention in Monguno demonstrate the growing effectiveness of our security apparatus under your leadership.
“Our Chief of Defence Staff, Chief of Army Staff, and other principal military officers deserve the prestigious GCON honours for restoring hope to families and protecting the future of our children. These achievements merit national recognition,” Agbese noted.
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According to him, recognising outstanding service within the armed forces would not only boost the morale of personnel but also reinforce public confidence in the nation’s security institutions.
“As a member of the opposition, I believe in giving credit where it is due. Honouring our security chiefs with GCON will boost morale and signal that excellence in protecting Nigerians transcends partisan lines,” he stated.
Furthermore, Agbese urged the Federal Government to sustain investments in military hardware, intelligence gathering and the welfare of security personnel to consolidate recent gains in the fight against insecurity.
He said, “Mr President, let this be the beginning of greater collaboration. Nigerian parents and students deserve nothing less than absolute safety in their schools and communities.
“The heroes who delivered these results must be celebrated. GCON for our security leadership is a fitting tribute to their service and sacrifice.”
