The Senate Deputy Minority Leader, Senator Lere Oyewumi, today accompanied the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Army, Senator Abdulaziz Musa Yaradua, and other distinguished members on a legislative oversight visit to the Army Headquarters in Abuja. The visit served as part of the committee's crucial oversight functions, focusing on the implementation of the 2023 and 2024 Appropriation Acts. The primary objective was to ensure the effective utilization of public funds and monitor the execution of projects outlined in the approved budgets.
During the visit, the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, expressed profound gratitude to the President and Commander-in-Chief for his exceptional support of the armed forces. He also extended his appreciation to the committee for its consistent support of the Nigerian Army. Lieutenant General Oluyede acknowledged the significant sacrifices made by army personnel in safeguarding the nation and underscored the critical need for increased budgetary allocation to adequately address the Army's operational and welfare requirements.
In response, the Senate Committee on Army reaffirmed its steadfast commitment to fostering a collaborative working relationship with both the Nigerian Army and the executive arm of government. The committee emphasized its dedication to ensuring the Nigerian Army receives the necessary support to effectively maintain peace and stability across the country, recognizing that national security is a shared responsibility requiring concerted efforts from all stakeholders.