The Kebbi State Government on Wednesday donated eight Hilux vehicles and 20 motorcycles to the 1 Battalion of the Nigerian Army, Dukku Barracks, Birnin Kebbi to bolster service delivery.
During the donation, Governir Atiku Bagudu said the army had made huge sacrifices in promoting internal security and the nation’s territorial integrity.
Represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Babale Umar-Yauri, the governor said the state government was committed to providing the necessary support for the army to function effectively.
Bagudu said: “Soldiers have made huge sacrifices in their efforts to ensure the security of lives and property of our people, it is important to support them undertake their duties.
“Their roles are important in the development process, this is because no meaningful development can thrive in an environment where there is no peace and security.”
Bagugu said that activities of the army had triggered peace, law and order, saying: “Irrespective of pockets of challenges, we can say that our state is peaceful.
“We are proud of our security personnel, they are very prompt in responding to distress calls, we shall continue to support them to perform better.”
Earlier, the outgoing Brigade Commander, Brigadier General O.M. Bello, commended the state government for its support to the army.
Bello said: “The governor has done a lot for the battalion.
“His efforts are contributory to the successes we have achieved so far.
“A new Commander is here, do accord him similar support.”
Also speaking, the new Brigade Commander, Brigadier General Muhammad Wabili, expressed satisfaction with the relationship between the army and the state government.
Wabili assured of bringing his experience to bear in the discharge of his duties, saying: “I am looking forward to receiving your full support, together, we shall Kebbi safer.”