The Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle, MON, attended the Passing Out Parade at the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) in Kaduna yesterday, September 28, 2024.
This parade marked the successful completion of rigorous training for the 71 Regular Course, Direct Short Service Course 28 (DSSC 28) for Army cadets, and Direct Short Service Course 32 (DSSC 32) for Air Force cadets.
Dr. Matawalle congratulated the newly commissioned officers on their commissioning into the Nigerian Armed Forces and praised them for their dedication and resilience throughout their training.
The minister also emphasized the critical role these graduates will play in ensuring national security, particularly in addressing Nigeria’s complex security challenges.
Dr. Bello Matawalle reiterated the Ministry of Defence’s continued commitment to providing the necessary support and resources to the Nigerian Armed Forces in the pursuit of peace, stability, and security across the nation.
The event was graced by the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, represented by the Honourable Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Honourable Abbas Tajuddeen, Ph.D; the Executive Governor of Kaduna State, H.E. Sen. Uba Sani; Chairman, Senate Committee on Defence, Sen. Ahmad Ibrahim Lawan; Chairman, House Committee on Defence, Honourable Babajimi Benson; Chairman, Senate Committee on Army, Sen. Abdulaziz Yaradua; Chairman, House Committee on Navy, Honourable Yusuf Gadgi; and other key military leaders, including the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Gwabin Musa; Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Ogalla; and the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Hassan Abubakar.
As part of tradition, several cadets were awarded for their exceptional performance in both academic and military training.
As these newly commissioned officers begin their careers, they will be deployed to various security operations across Nigeria, playing a pivotal role in maintaining peace and protecting the sovereignty of the country.
Signed,
Ahmad Dan-Wudil
Personal Assistan
