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`PRESS BRIEFING BY DIRECTORATE OF DEFENCE MEDIA OPERATIONS ON ARMED FORCES OF NIGERIA’S MILITARY OPERATIONS HELD AT DEFENCE HEADQUARTERS NEW CONFERENCE ROOM ON 26 JANUARY 2023`

lordmaulJan 26, 2023

Good morning senior officers, officers and gentlemen of the press. On behalf of the Chief of Defence Staff, I welcome…

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“To foster a professional armed forces capable of effectively meeting constitutional imperatives”.

TRI-SERVICES

The Nigerian Army

The history of the Nigerian Army dates back to 1863, when Lt Glover of the Royal Navy selected 18 indigenes…

The Nigerian Navy

The origin of the Nigerian Navy could be traced to the Marine Department of the Royal Navy established in 1887…

The Nigerian Air Force

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“To foster a professional armed forces capable of effectively meeting constitutional imperatives”.

Showcasing The Armed Forces Of Nigeria

Patriotism

Patriotism is the love and devotion to one’s country. It is a powerful force that inspires individuals to defend and protect their nation, and to uphold its values and principles. In the military, patriotism is an essential characteristic for soldiers and other military personnel, as it can help to motivate them and inspire them to perform their duties with dedication and bravery.

Patriotism can manifest in many ways, including:

A willingness to serve and defend one’s country, even in the face of danger and adversity.
A deep sense of pride and loyalty to one’s country, and its flag and national symbols.

Strength

Strength in the military refers to the ability of a country’s armed forces to effectively defend its interests and protect its citizens. This strength can manifest in a variety of ways, including:

Physical strength: The military relies on physically fit and able individuals to complete the demanding tasks required of them. Physical training is an essential part of military service, and soldiers must be able to meet rigorous physical standards in order to be deployed.
Technological strength: Modern militaries rely heavily on advanced technology, such as drones, tanks, and fighter jets, to conduct operations. Countries with a strong military will invest in the latest and most advanced equipment to give their armed forces a tactical advantage.

Intelligence

Military intelligence refers to the collection, analysis, and dissemination of information that is relevant to the defense of a country. This can include information about the capabilities and intentions of potential adversaries, as well as information about the political and social conditions in regions where the military may be deployed.

One of the key aspects of military intelligence is the ability to gather and analyze information from a variety of sources, including human intelligence (HUMINT), signals intelligence (SIGINT), imagery intelligence (IMINT), and open-source intelligence (OSINT).

Empathy

One of the key benefits of empathy in the military is that it can help to reduce the potential for violence and improve the overall effectiveness of operations. When soldiers are able to understand the perspective of those they are working with or against, they are less likely to resort to unnecessary violence and more likely to find peaceful solutions to conflicts.

Empathy can also help to build trust and understanding between soldiers and the local population, which can be critical for successful counterinsurgency operations. When soldiers are able to understand the needs and concerns of the people they are working with, they are more likely to gain their cooperation and support.

Picture Gallery Of Defence Headquarter Activities.

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