Nigerian Legion and all veteran associations in the country have
began discussion on the possibility of having all inclusive Veteran Federation of Nigeria .
At a joint meeting held at the office of Nigerian Legion Abuja on Tuesday to chart best path forward for veterans welfare, the convener of the meeting and National Chairman of Nigerian Legion, Major General Abdulmalik Jibril (rtd), called on participants to discuss with open mind..
Speaking at the opening ceremony Major General Jibril (rtd), said the meeting comes at a crucial time when unity and collective wisdoms are more important than ever.
He said, “as the custodians of the legacy of our service and sacrifices, it is incumbent upon us to come together , share our diverse insights and strengthen the bonds that tie our associations into a formidable network of support and advocacy.”
According to the National Chairman Nigerian Legion, in recent times, there has been significant discussion surrounding proposal for a Veteran Federation of Nigeria. He said he acknowledged the buzz and varied perspectives on this initiative.and that
“the proposal if thoughtfully considered, could offer consolidated platform that further amplifies our voices and advances our interests “
He encouraged the meeting to deliberate on the matter with an open mind, “weighing both its potential benefits and challenges in the broader context of our collective mission.”
Additionally, he drew attention of the meeting to significant developments stemming from the recently introduced Harmonised Terms and Conditions of
Service (HACOS) by the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Federal Republic of Nigeria. Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR).
The approval of HTACOS 24 , he said had generated considerable interest and directly impacts on their discussions as of today adding that as we move forward, let us closely examine the key provisions of this document to ensure that our strategies remain relevant, dynamic, and truly reflective of our veterans needs.
He said the meeting was not just a forum for discussion, “it is a commitment to collaboration, transparency, and the relentless pursuit of excellence in serving those who have given so much for our nation.”
He urged each and every one at the meeting to actively engage in the dialogue, share their experiences, commitments and valuable perspectives that would enable craft policies and initiatives that truly enhance the lives of our veterans.
Major General Jibril told the meeting that he will be resigning from his position as the National Chairman of Nigerian Legion, to take up his appointment as Secretary of the CDCEFIB by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.