By Nkechi Eze
The Honourable Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa (Rtd.) OFR, has reaffirmed the importance of moral support, prayers, and national unity in strengthening the resolve of the Armed Forces of Nigeria in the ongoing battle against insecurity across the country.
According to an official signed statement by the Special Assistant (Media) to the Honourable Minister of Defence, Leah Katung-Babatunde, the Defence Minister made the remarks while receiving the General Overseer of The Lord’s Chosen Charismatic Revival Ministries, Pastor Lazarus Muoka, during a courtesy visit to the Ministry of Defence Headquarters in Abuja.
General Musa stated that the fight against insurgency, banditry, terrorism, and other criminal activities requires a whole-of-society approach, stressing that prayers and encouragement from religious organizations continue to play a significant role in boosting the morale of troops deployed across various theatres of operation nationwide.
The Defence Minister commended Pastor Muoka and members of the church for their sustained prayers and unwavering support for Nigeria’s security institutions, noting that the Armed Forces remain fully committed to defending the nation’s territorial integrity and protecting the lives and property of citizens.
He further urged religious leaders across the country to continue promoting peace, patriotism, unity, and national cohesion, emphasizing that faith-based organizations occupy a strategic position in fostering harmony and supporting national security efforts.
In his remarks, Pastor Lazarus Muoka assured the Honourable Minister of the church’s continued support for the Armed Forces and the Federal Government. He also offered prayers for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, asking God to grant him wisdom, strength, sound health, and the capacity to steer the nation towards greater peace, stability, and economic prosperity.
The cleric equally prayed for divine protection and victory for Nigerian troops, as well as enduring peace across all parts of the country.
The visit featured an exchange of souvenirs and reaffirmed the commitment of both the Ministry of Defence and the Christian community to sustained collaboration in advancing national peace, unity, and security.
