President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday maintained that the embezzlement of funds meant for equipping the armed forces under ex-President Goodluck Jonathan strengthened the Boko Haram and extended its activities in the Northeast.
Buhari, who was represented by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, made the remark at the lunch of the Reviewed National Counter Terrorism Strategy (NACTEST) in Abuja.
The embezzlement, he said, led to the death of thousands of Nigerians and destruction of properties.
The President described the action of those who embezzled the funds as wicked and disgraceful.
He said: “Sadly because of the disgraceful deed and the wickedness of some in governance and some in high office in the armed forces at the time, funds meant to equip soldiers to continue the fight against terror was embezzled. The incredible selfishness caused the nation of thousands of lives, extended the reign of terror and strengthened the enemy.
“In the past few years our nation faced the threat of terrorism characterized by mindless killing of our people including children. The massacre of the Buni Yadi boys in their hostels at night, the bombing of churches, mosques and market places, the kidnap of the Chibok girls and many others.
“The sheer recklessness of the killings, the shootings and the executions were meant to terrorize and produce maximum fear. To further establish their reign of terror, the insurgents hoisted their terror flags in almost 27 local government areas in the northeast.”
President Buhari said his administration since inception has emboldened the morale of the armed forces and ensure absolute defeat of the terrorists.
He, however, noted that the visages of the activities and the warped ideologies of the sect still linger. Click to signup for FREE news updates, latest information and hottest gists everyday
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Since resuming office did Buhari acquire any weapon with the recovered looted funds? I am sure your government started from where GEJ started. So keep fighting and do something about the economic crises. How long will your guys continue to cry and laments about the past regime. Nigerians are tired of GEJ in every aspect of your government. As a pastor you should mind yours words cos in real sense water and oil don't have anything in common. Pray and help Buhari achieve all his campaign promises and stop casting stones.
ReplyDeleteWhen is your government will stop complaining and face your job as a leader?
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DeleteBut your minister of interiors is part of them. Or If you become APC member you become a saint?. The present COAS bought a house beyond his earnings The case has been swept under carpet. You said you are fighting corruption. Nigerian are getting tired of your excuses
ReplyDeleteComplaints all the time .If this job is too much for these old clueless men they should throw in the towel apologize to Nigerians and keep quiet. No body begged anybody to become President Governor or Minister. Check out their ages! In reality aside the official age the average age of the major political actor under this mess called APC is 70 years. - Baba liar moha tibunu oyelegun ogbe audi etc. What can these men offer in this era of speed com. If not greed oju kokoro and selfishness are these men not suppose to relax in their retirement farm houses for their children great grandchildren and benefactors to be visiting them with gifts. This is the sorry story of our dear nation Nigeria. May Allah help us.
ReplyDeleteWhat do you expect from old retired and tired people?
ReplyDeleteThat Buhari has failed woefully is too glaring for even a blind person to see.
ReplyDeleteUp till now Jonathan is still your problem to rule, sorry baba, if you and your government does not know what to do you better get out of Aso rock.
ReplyDeleteYou and your government has fail, you guys have nothing to offer, period, empty promises, always looking for excuses
ReplyDeleteAlways complaining, where is the weapon ur government bought since u assume office?
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