May 29: “our loyalty is to the constitution and the democratically elected president” – Irabor

General Lucky Irabor, the Chief of Defence Staff, has assured Nigerians of the military’s commitment to the country’s democratic development.

Irabor made the assurance during the Regimental Dinner in Abuja on Tuesday night in honor of President Muhammadu Buhari, as part of the activities planned for the May 29 inauguration ceremony.

He went on to say that the military, in concert with other security agencies, would go to whatever length to guarantee the country was sufficiently guarded as part of its endeavor to contribute to the country’s development.

The CDS, however, pledged the military’s loyalty to the president and constitution as Buhari bows out of office.

“Our determination to uphold democratic growth is rock solid.

“I assure you that the Armed Forces of Nigeria and other security agencies will consolidate all the successes recorded so far, especially on the ongoing counter-insurgency and anti-banditry operations across the country.

“We shall continuously and tirelessly strive to secure all that constitute Nigeria’s wealth as our contribution to national development.

“On behalf of officers and personnel of the armed forces, the police, and other security agencies I most sincerely thank the president for gracing this occasion.

“Your coming has boosted our morale. Consequently, I hereby reaffirmed our loyalty to the president and the constitution of Nigeria as this administration rounds off,” Irabor said.

Among the dignitaries at the event are the Africa’s riches businessman and Chairman of Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, ministers, past service chiefs, heads of security and intelligence agencies, other government functionaries as well as some state governors.