Defense Minister Visits Military Formations in Kaduna, Commends Fight Against Insecurity
By Lynn Adda
The Minister of Defence, Hon Mohammed Badaru Abubakar has commended troops in Kaduna State for their efforts in securing the State and making the Kaduna/Birnin Gwari road safe.
The Minister made the commendation during his two-day operational visit to Kaduna, according to a Press Release by his Personal Assistant on Media and Publicity, Mallam Mati Ali.
The Minister visited various military formations, including the Headquarters Sub-Sector 3 Joint Task Force Operation Fansan Yamma Birnin Gwari, 1 Division Area of Responsibility, Pole Wire Military Camp, and the Air Training Command of the Nigeria Air Force.
The Minister praised the troops for their resilience and hard work, which has led to significant security improvements in Birnin Gwari.
“For the last six months, we have not heard of any kidnapping or ambush of civilians, aside from one or two engagements with bandits by the troops,” he said.
“This is commendable, and I thank you on behalf of Mr. President, who is aware of the good work and has asked me to encourage you to continue to bring an end to the menace of banditry and other forms of criminalities.”
He explained that his visit is to boost the morale of troops across military formations and to assess the operational capacity and strategic coordination to ensure enduring peace and stability in the region.
Hon Mohammed Abubakar Badaru acknowledged the significant security improvements in Birnin Gwari, charging the troops to sustain the fight against insecurity in the region.
“As you all know, your efforts is crucial to the development of our nation. Security is Paramount to the development of any nation and what you are doing is key to Nigeria’s development. We all have to leave a peaceful and prosperous nation for our children and grand children.”
Speaking on the Troop’s Commitment, the representatives of the troops pledged their unwavering commitment to fighting insurgency and banditry.
The Chief of Staff, Section 1, Brigadier-General SS Shehu, assured the Minister of the division’s commitment to stemming prevailing threats by terrorists.
Also, the Commanding Officer of Sub-Sector 3 Joint Task Force Operation Fansan Yamma Birnin Gwari, Lt. Col. A Abdullahi, promised to sustain professionalism and maintain a secure security situation.
