{"id":118415,"date":"2024-05-09T09:34:35","date_gmt":"2024-05-09T08:34:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/uncategorized\/insecurity-troops-get-20-armored-personnel-carriers"},"modified":"2024-05-09T11:40:58","modified_gmt":"2024-05-09T10:40:58","slug":"insecurity-troops-get-20-armored-personnel-carriers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/policy\/insecurity-troops-get-20-armored-personnel-carriers","title":{"rendered":"Insecurity: Troops get 20 Armored personnel carriers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>The Ministry of Defence, MoD, on Wednesday handed over 20 newly acquired Armored Personnel Carriers (APCs) to the Defence Headquarters to enhance the professional capabilities of the Nigerian Armed Forces troops.<\/p>\n<p>This is contained in a statement by Ibrahim Kana, Permanent Secretary of the MoD in Abuja on Thursday.<\/p>\n<p>NAN reports that the APCs were handed over to Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa by the PS.<\/p>\n<p>In his remarks at the handing-over event, Kana said the step was geared towards bolstering the nation\u2019s defence capabilities to effectively address emerging security challenges.<\/p>\n<p>He also said that it was geared towards enhancing the operational capabilities of the Nigerian Armed Forces.<\/p>\n<p>According to him, this handover marks a significant milestone in our ongoing efforts to strengthen the operational readiness of our Armed Forces.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThese Armored Personnel Carriers will provide our troops with enhanced protection and mobility, enabling them to carry out their duties more effectively in safeguarding our nation\u2019s sovereignty.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Similarly, in his remarks, the CDS underscored their strategic importance in enhancing the Armed Forces\u2019 ability to respond swiftly and decisively to security threats.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe acquisition of these Armored Personnel Carriers underscores our commitment to equipping our troops with the necessary resources to confront evolving security challenges.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI commend the Ministry of Defence for its unwavering support and dedication to strengthening our national defence capabilities,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>Musa also expressed gratitude for acquiring the APCs, noting that the handover ceremony signifies a pivotal moment in Nigeria\u2019s ongoing efforts to enhance its defence capabilities and safeguard national security.<\/p>\n<p>According to him, with the acquisition of these 20 Armored Personnel Carriers, the Nigerian Armed Forces are better equipped to tackle the challenges of the modern security landscape and uphold peace and stability across the nation.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>NAN reports that also present at the ceremony was Maj.-Gen. 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