A non- partisan advocacy organisation, National Security Assessment Group (NSAG), has hailed the Armed Forces of Nigeria for prioritising the welfare of military veterans/Next of Kins (NOKs) of deceased military personnel.
The group stated this against the backdrop of the recent payment of the third tranche of the Security Debarment Allowance (SDA) to eligible military retirees/Next of Kins (NOKs) of deceased military personnel by the Military Pensions Board (MPB).
NSAG in a statement signed by its President Abiodun Idowu Thursday, noted that this will motivate and ginger our troops different theatres of operations to go all out against the enemies of the country.
NASG said at this critical time when troops of the AFN are engaged in various military operations across the country, the constant payment of Security Debarment Allowance (SDA) to eligible military retirees/Next of Kins (NOKs) is a reminder that their sacrifices for the country is not in vain.
The group while commending the very excellent human relationship the Chief of Defence Staff, Maj. Gen. Christopher G. Musa has always had with troops in his line of duty, said the welfare of troops of the AFN will definitely get better under his command.
According to the group, “We are grateful that the welfare of eligible military retirees/Next of Kins (NOKs) is now being given utmost importance. It is a big relief for the affected especially during this period of economic meltdown.
“Importantly, this is a morale booster for our troops engaged in various military operations across the country. As they fight to provide peace and stability in the country, they are assured that the country is behind them. Their sacrifices is not in vain.
“We therefore urge Nigerians to continue to support the Armed Forces of Nigeria under the indefatigable Chief of Defence Staff, Maj-Gen. C. G. Musa who has a history of success and good relationship with troops in his sojourn in the military,” NSAG added.