Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa on Wednesday visited the wounded soldiers receiving treatment at 44 Nigerian Army Reference Hospital, Kaduna, calling on officers and men of the Nigerian Armed Forces, to rededicate themselves and give their best to the defence of Nigeria.
The CDS, who noted that the military job comes with risk, however, assured the troops that the Nigerian Armed Forces authority would endure the welfare and treatment of its wounded soldiers, even if it requires being flown abroad.
He said the purpose of the visit, which was routine to military hospitals, was to encourage the personnel, appreciate their sacrifices to the nation and see how they are recuperating.
He said: “Without the troops, nothing can be done in the fight against insecurity and criminality. We are therefore together with them and praying for their quick recovery.”
Musa noted that such a visit would aid their recuperation process and give them a true feeling that they are not alone.
Harping on the significance of the healthy being of the Nigerian troops, the CDS said they were ready to ensure at all costs that they get the best treatment.
He said: “Even if it will take us taking them abroad for treatment for other surgeries that cannot be done here, we will do that.”
He, however, expressed delight with the Hospital management for maintaining a clean environment and taking good care of the wounded soldiers.
According to him, “The Chief Medical Director, the Doctors, nurses and other personnel are all looking professional, this is very encouraging.”
