By Tony Obiechina, Abuja
The Minister of State for Defence, Dr Muhammed Bello Matawalle has charged the National Defence College (NDC) to develope curriculum to enable the Institute produce knowledge based Armed Forces.
Matawalle who gave the charge at the inauguration of Course 32 of the NDC, in Abuja reiterated Mr. President’s commitment in combating corruption and improving Nigeria’s economy.
Addressing the participants, he said that Federal Government would not relent in building a resilient Armed Forces in the face of unpredictable economic and environmental conditions as response to risk that may threaten national security, economic prosperity and societal wellbeing.
The Guest Speaker at the occasion, the Permanent Secretary of Defence, Dr. Ibrahim Abubakar kana who spoke on the topic: “Strengthening National Unity for Security and Development in Nigeria” pointed out that Nigeria is blessed with people born with talents and capacities to produce and develop.
“There may be challenges today, but I assure you that Nigeria will soon take its rightful place because of the realization of the importance of human capital development,” he said. READ ALSO:
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The Commandant of the NDC, Rear Admiral OM Olotu expressed appreciation to Federal Government for the unflinching support to the College.
Rear Admiral Olotu urged the participants to use the opportunity to prepare for higher responsibilities and establish a strong bond of friendship.
About 108 members participated in the Course 32, including 15 foreigners.
