Army Chief adopts non-kinetic approach to Insecurity in Imo

Austin Okoro DDM NEWS

Gen Musa

The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has adopted a non-kinetic approach to address insecurity in Imo State communities.

This strategy focuses on dialogue, trust-building, and community engagement to resolve differences between the military and local communities.

The military is engaging with Imo communities to understand their concerns and work together to promote peace and security.

General Musa believes that talking to the people and building trust is essential in addressing security challenges.

The military is using cultural events and sports tournaments to foster unity and cooperation between the military and civilians.

The armed forces are conducting medical outreaches to provide healthcare services and promote goodwill.

The military aims to establish a rapport with local communities to gather intelligence and prevent security threats.

By engaging with local leaders and residents, the military seeks to encourage community involvement in security efforts.

The non-kinetic approach aims to address the underlying issues driving insecurity, rather than just its symptoms .

By working together with local communities, the military hopes to reduce security threats and promote stability.

The non-kinetic approach aims to foster better relationships between the military and civilians, promoting mutual understanding and trust.

The strategy seeks to create a lasting peace that benefits both the local communities and the nation as a whole.

As part of a broader initiative to foster national unity and enhance civil-military relations through non-kinetic methods, the Armed Forces of Nigeria have reaffirmed their commitment to cultural diplomacy and community engagement.

The campaign, spearheaded by the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa, promotes a people-centered security philosophy grounded in dialogue, trust-building, and collaboration.

A high-powered delegation from the Defence Headquarters, led by Group Captain Ibrahim Ali Bukar and Captain Joseph Baba Akubo, representing Brigadier General Ibrahim Abbas Muazu, Commander of the 34 Artillery Brigade, Owerri, recently paid a strategic visit to the Mgbirichi/Abakuru community and the Obinze Ancient Kingdom in Imo State.

The engagement, which also featured defence correspondents, reflected the military’s renewed commitment to strengthening grassroots relationships, fostering dialogue, and deepening mutual understanding with its host communities

General Christopher Gwabin Musa is the 18th Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of the Nigerian Armed Forces.

He was appointed by President Bola Tinubu on June 19, 2023, and assumed office on June 23, 2023.

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