The Minister of Defence, Basic Christopher Gwabin Musa (rtd), has charged graduates of the Air Pressure Institute of Know-how (AFIT), Kaduna, to embrace patriotism, innovation and nationwide service as they step into the subsequent section of their lives.
Talking on the mixed convocation ceremony of the institute, the minister described the graduates as “custodians of accountability and stewards of Nigeria’s future,” stressing that citizenship calls for integrity, accountability and sacrifice.
Represented by Mr Richard Pheelangwa, the minister mentioned “At this time isn’t just a celebration of what you will have achieved; it’s a declaration of what’s now anticipated of you,” he mentioned. “Your private success means little in case your nation doesn’t succeed with you.”
He famous that Nigeria is at a essential stage, going through safety and technological challenges, however expressed confidence that dedicated residents can drive nationwide progress.
“A nation shouldn’t be constructed solely in authorities workplaces—it’s inbuilt workshops, laboratories, lecture rooms and boardrooms,” he mentioned, urging the graduates to use their data in fixing real-life issues.
The minister additional emphasised that true patriotism is mirrored in actions, not phrases.
“It isn’t what we are saying—it’s what we constantly do. Select what is true over what is straightforward and what serves the nation over what serves self,” he added.
In his tackle, the Commandant of AFIT, Air Vice Marshal Adediran Ademuwagun, described the convocation as a turning level for the graduates, marking the tip of educational coaching and the start {of professional} accountability.
“Success shouldn’t be unintended. It’s the consequence of preparation assembly alternative,” he mentioned, urging the graduates to repeatedly develop their abilities and stay related in a aggressive world.
He famous that AFIT has outfitted the graduates with each data and character, stressing that the establishment’s certificates represents self-discipline, resilience and excellence.
“The levels you obtain right this moment attest not solely to studying however to character. You’re ambassadors of this establishment—defend its values and uphold its requirements,” Ademuwagun mentioned.
He suggested the graduates to embrace lifelong studying, align their abilities with nationwide wants, and apply their data with integrity and self-discipline.
The occasion was attended by high navy officers, members of the governing council, mother and father and different dignitaries, marking one other milestone in AFIT’s contribution to nationwide growth.