Matawalle: Adding a Ministerial Colour to a Special Navy Event

Matawalle: Adding a Ministerial Colour to a Special Navy Event

Like the golden fish that is always sought after because it lacks a place to hide, the Honorable Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawallen Maradun MON, was the Special Guest of Honour at this year’s Flag Off Ceremony of the Chief of the Naval Staff Annual Sea Inspection in Rivers State.

Aside Dr. Matawalle, the top echelon of the Nigerian Navy, together with its officers and men stormed the sea inspection ceremony in their ceremonial navy uniforms. This annual ritual not only marks the dawn of a year full of hopes but serves as a beacon of prosperity, resilience, courage, perseverance, and the relentless pursuit of competence among the officers and men of the Nigerian Navy.

This strategic exercise, witnessed by a confluence of military excellence, stands as a testament to the unwavering commitment of our gallant forces. It symbolizes a collective resolve to safeguard Nigeria’s territorial waters with unparalleled effectiveness, thwarting piracy, incursion, and criminal activities that dare to encroach upon our national integrity.

Such endeavors resonate with the overarching vision outlined in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. The harmonious collaboration between the Nigerian Navy and the Ministry of Defence is a manifestation of their dedicated efforts to fortify the nation’s security, protecting not only the territorial integrity but also nurturing the socio-economic sectors vital to our beloved Nigeria.

Lawal Umar Maradun, fnipr, arpa,
Is former PPS to HE Governor Bello Matawalle