Despite President Bola Tinubu’s statement that he would not tolerate military failure, Senator Ali Ndume, who represents the Borno South Senatorial District, has expressed worries over the deficiency of vital weapons for the Nigerian army. In an interview with Channels TV, Ndume questioned the efficiency of oversight given that the army’s budget for this year is estimated to be around $700 billion. He emphasized the crucial connection between output and resource availability, saying that it is impractical to anticipate extraordinary outcomes in the absence of the necessary tools, instruction, and drive. CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
While expressing concern for the pay levels of security agencies, Senator Ndume emphasized the need for adequate compensation to complement the challenging tasks they undertake, including risking their lives. He pointed out the contradiction between President Tinubu’s firm stance on not tolerating failure and the insufficient weaponry provided to the army. Ndume advocated for a pragmatic approach, urging authorities to provide the military with the necessary resources, equipment, and training to execute their assignments effectively.
In the interview, Ndume criticized the emphasis on oversight without ensuring that the military has the essential tools to succeed. He stressed that allocating funds without addressing the equipment and motivation concerns is counterproductive. Senator Ndume acknowledged the sacrifices made by security forces, and also stressed the need for providing them with the means to carry out their duties successfully.
Hear him: ”How can you talk about oversight when you gave the Nigerian army in this year budget about 700 billion? And you are talking about over sighting, over sighting what? Give me them the money, give them what they need. The President told the army he would not tolerate failure but they don’t have weapons.” CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
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