Nicholas Rume: A model of chivalry

By Ayantunde Ayangbayi, JP

Nicholas Rume remains one of the shining examples of abiding loyalty and chivalrous comportment, a prototype of a “model of military chivalry” due to his suave, charismatic demeanor and calculated personal gestures.

Brig. General Nicholas Rume for instance, holds a flying record that can compare with the best in the world. His military career spans years of accomplishments – exceptional records in education and trainings and service excellence as Commander. He is a professional army man to the core.

Rume is also sterling officers with enviable service profiles who is committed to transforming the armed forces and is exceptionally loyal to the democratic authorities. The sentilen is an epitome of pure gold. Without been unequivocal, he is a patriot and worthy commander who earned the respect of his troops by leading from the frontlines.

He is courageous, radical, dedicated in line of duties with fantastic operational skills and fiercely independent minded person who inspires the ideals of an Army that had earned reputation as tenacious and fearless senior officer in the Nigerian Army with a resolve to win insurgence against all odds.

The Commander of 22 Armoured Battalion, Sobi Cantonment, Brig. General Nicholas Rume, he his Webs in exemplary leadership, a battle tested soldier with dictums of professionalism, leadership, physical and mental toughness and service to the nation.

He is currently serving assiduously in Kwara State and Niger States at the forefront of insurgency, insecurity, banditry and terrorism – Rume type is rarely rare.

He has made tremendous achievements with well-planned security architecture that is key to development, growth, and sustainable peace in our nation to ensure stable political life and socio-economic sector vibrancy by keeping our environment peaceful and safe.

Suffice to acknowledge that this piece lauds the national security operational duties skills of the Nigerian Army under the auspices of Brig. General Nicholas Rume who believes that true excellence can only be attained through determination, commitment, discipline, hard work, network and above all, trust in God.

Rume was recently reputed by the outgoing Army Public Relations Officer, Captain Stephen Nwanko:

“Brig. General Nicholas Rume is a Soldiers’ Soldier, a capable military administrator who understands national security and defense operations with effective operational planning who is battle ready in the task ahead of him leading resourceful Officers and Soldiers.

“Rume will continue to attain landmark achievements in the task ahead of him, no doubt my Commander will be celebrated on higher pedestal in no distant future”, the PRO assured.

Brig. General Nicholas Rume, a battle tested Army General, administrator, very dynamic whose carriage and comportment depicts a serious minded soldier who has built a reputation for discipline, leadership and professionalism.

He is on rescue mission and had sent a strong signal(s) to undesirable elements, criminals, hooligans within the cocoons to keep off in order to make it safe for socio-economic activities, and stable political life to thrive.

The Nigerian Army is honored for its unwavering dedication, bravery, and sacrifice in defending national sovereignty and combating internal security threats. This write up salutes our gallant officers and troops, in the likes of Brig. General Nicholas Rume, past and present, who have made the ultimate sacrifice for Nigeria’s unity and peace. Their courage ensures a safer, more secure nation, embodying the resilience of a nation’s backbone.

Ayangbayi, JP is a journalist writes from Ilorin, Kwara State.