Esther Salifu
President Bola Tinubu urged African militaries to join forces against insecurity and threats to the continent’s unity and stability, during the opening ceremony of the second Africa Military Games at Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja .
The Africa Military Games, themed “Enhancing Military Cooperation in Africa through Sports,” brought together 1,625 athletes and officials from across the continent. This event marked the revival of a tradition initiated over 20 years ago in Nairobi, Kenya, aiming to foster unity, camaraderie, and military cooperation among African nations.
President Tinubu emphasized, highlighting the significance of unity in tackling security challenges stating that
“As long as any nation within our shared geography remains under threat, none of us can declare our continent secure. Together, we will build a safer , strong Africa “.
The President stressed that no single nation can tackle its security challenges alone, emphasizing the need for collective action, also noting that sports promote physical fitness, discipline, and resilience among military personnel.
He further underscored the importance of unity in addressing the continent’s security challenges.
The Nigerian Armed Forces reaffirmed its commitment to partnering with other African armed forces to enhance regional security.
The opening ceremony featured a callisthenics display, performances by different artists, and the symbolic lighting of the game torch by Vice President Kashim Shettima.
Other notable attendees included the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Minister of Defence, and senior military officers from participating countries .
