DHQ Engages Military Veterans, Pledges Improved Welfare
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has reaffirmed its commitment to improving the welfare of retired military personnel, assuring veterans that efforts are underway to implement the recently approved salary increase and corresponding pension adjustments through the appropriate statutory processes.
The assurance was given during a one-day strategic retreat convened by the Defence Headquarters under the leadership of the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Olufemi Oluyede, with the leadership of various military veterans’ associations at the Army Headquarters Command Mess 1, Asokoro, Abuja.
The retreat, organised in collaboration with the Retired Army, Navy and Air Force Officers’ Association of Nigeria (RANAO), provided a platform for dialogue, collaboration and renewed commitment to addressing the welfare needs of retired personnel who served in the Armed Forces of Nigeria.
Representing the Chief of Defence Staff at the event, the Chief of Defence Operations, Major General Jamal Abdussalam, said continuous engagement with veterans remains the most effective means of resolving issues affecting retired service personnel.
He stressed that the welfare of military veterans remains a top priority for the Defence Headquarters under the leadership of General Oluyede, adding that the military high command is committed to sustaining open and constructive dialogue with veterans’ groups.
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According to him, the Defence Headquarters is working closely with relevant government institutions to ensure the implementation of the recently approved salary review for serving personnel and the corresponding adjustment of pensions for retirees in line with extant statutory procedures.
Maj.-Gen. Abdussalam also commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his commitment to enhancing the welfare of members of the Armed Forces, describing the administration’s support as a demonstration of its appreciation for the sacrifices of military personnel.
He urged veterans to remain patient while the implementation process is concluded and encouraged them to continue exemplifying the values of discipline, loyalty and patriotism that define the Nigerian military.
The Defence Headquarters, he added, remains committed to pursuing improved healthcare services, prompt pension payments and enhanced welfare packages for retired personnel.
The retreat also highlighted the need for stronger collaboration among military veterans’ organisations and encouraged retired officers to continue contributing to national development by mentoring younger generations, promoting patriotism and supporting initiatives aimed at strengthening national unity and security.
The event brought together leaders of various military veterans’ associations to discuss issues affecting retired personnel and explore practical ways of enhancing their welfare while sustaining their contributions to national development.
The Defence Headquarters described the retreat as part of its broader efforts to institutionalise regular engagement with veterans and reinforce the enduring bond between serving and retired members of the Armed Forces of Nigeria.
By PRNigeria
