DHQ Warn Politicians, Others To Desist From Use Of Military Uniforms
By Zakaa Lazarus
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has noticed with dismay that some politicians have formed the habit of wearing military uniforms and accoutrements for electioneering campaign posters.
The campaign posters of some Governors, dressed in military camouflage uniforms, are displayed in noticeable areas in their respective states.
The DHQ in a statement released by Acting Director, Defence Information Air Commodore
Wap Maigida said It is illegal and an abuse of the privilege of allowing civilians wear military uniforms during military training exercises.
Air Commodore Wap reiterated that, the Armed Forces of Nigeria, as a professional institution, remains apolitical and, as such, would not want to be dragged into any form of political bias.
The statement advise politicians and others to desist from the use of military uniforms and accoutrements for political events and other engagements henceforth. Please note, anyone found culpable in this regard would be liable to prosecution.
