NIGERIAN ARMY, ICRC PARTNER TO EXPAND FRONTIERS OF STABILITY ACROSS NIGERIA




The Nigerian Army (NA) and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) have resolved to strengthen  partnership that will expand the frontiers of peace and stability across Nigeria through the provision of  security, humanitarian assistance, and respect for international humanitarian law (IHL).


A press statement by Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, Director, Army Public Relations on 31 January, 2024 said that the resolution was reinforced today, when the Chief of Army Staff, (COAS), Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja received the ICRC  delegation in Nigeria led by Mr Yann Bonzon at the Army Headquarters, Abuja. 


Mr Yann, while briefing the COAS said, the ICRC is committed to providing humanitarian assistance in conflict zones worldwide, similar to what it is doing in North-East Nigeria, where troops are conducting counter terrorism and counter insurgency operations. He said, through cordial working relationship with the NA,  the Nigerian Red Cross Society (NRCS) has been able to carry out its established responsibilities in different parts of the country. He therefore, sued for its sustenance. 


In his remarks, the COAS appreciated the ICRC for its commitment in the provision of humanitarian aids, which he noted, has improved the living condition of victims of conflict in troubled areas.


Speaking on the capacity building efforts of the NA with regards to knowledge and application of International Humanitarian Laws in the conduct of operations, the Army Chief pointed out,  that the NA has codified its protocol, which is now employed as teaching guides for NA personnel.

He affirmed that ICRC package is taught in all NA institutions for Non- Commissioned Officers, Senior Non- Commissioned Officers and junior officers to ensure they understand the expectations and weight placed on them to meet international best practice.


The COAS lauded the ICRC for its collaboration in the areas of training, and medical assistance among others, pledging that the NA will strengthen viable partnership with the ICRC and other statutory organizations in order to bring relief and succour to victims of conflict and expand the frontiers of security and stability in the country.


ONYEMA NWACHUKWU

Major General 

Director Army Public Relations 

31 January 2024

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