Nigeria’s Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, has urged military personnel to maintain strict apolitical and non-partisan stances as the country approaches the 2027 general elections.
In a directive aimed at preserving the integrity of the armed forces, Vice Admiral Abbas emphasized that service members must remain professional and detached from political activities. The charge was issued in the context of the upcoming electoral cycle, highlighting the need for the military to stay above the fray of partisan politics.
The naval chief’s remarks underscore the longstanding principle that the Nigerian military should not engage in political maneuvering or support specific political candidates or parties. By calling for non-partisanship, he sought to reinforce the institutional neutrality required of defense personnel during sensitive periods of national transition.
As the 2027 elections draw nearer, such directives from senior military leadership are intended to prevent any perception of bias or interference in the democratic process. The focus remains on ensuring that military operations and duties are carried out with professionalism, free from the influence of political affiliations.
This advice aligns with broader expectations for the Nigerian armed forces to uphold their constitutional role without becoming entangled in the complexities of domestic political contests.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
