Elumelu: Our military facilities comparable to what I see in Europe

Tony Elumelu, chairman of Heirs Holdings, says the Nigerian military facilities are comparable to the ones he sees in Europe.

Elumelu said this on Tuesday while addressing journalists after speaking at the guest lecture series of the Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Jaji in Kaduna state.

Elumelu, who delivered a paper titled ‘Leadership: Private sector perspective’, applauded the military for their “zeal and commitment” towards ensuring the protection of Nigeria’s territorial integrity.

While acknowledging the pivotal role being played by the military in the nation’s security, he said the military has “contributed immensely to the unity and peace in the nation”.

“The development of any nation is assured by the quality of its armed forces among other public institutions,” he said.

“The Nigerian military gives us hope in this country. The facilities I see here are comparable to any I have seen in Europe and the US.”

Earlier in his lecture, Elumelu said there is no difference between private and public sector leadership, rather, “the focus of leaders should be on mapping out a vision and mobilising people to fulfil the vision.”

“The public sector leaders, likewise their counterparts in the private sector must understand that to succeed in business or public service, they have to lead well. Leaders who succeed are those who think legacy,” he added.