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GOC charges NAF troops to work on trajectory for desired peace, stability

(LR) The General Officer Commanding 1 Division Nigerian Army Maj-Gen Taoreed Lagbaja, from the right is the Air Officer Command (AOC) Air Training Command,AVM Nnamdi Ananaba, during the annual Base Socio-cultural Activities (BASA), held at NAF Base  on Friday in Kaduna.
BASA
By Muhammad Tijjani
Kaduna, Dec. 31, 2022(NAN)  Maj.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, General Officer Commanding (GOC) 1 Division Nigerian Army, Kaduna, has charged  Nigerian Air Force (NAF) personnel to continue working along the trajectory of bringing the desired peace and stability to Nigeria.
Lagbaja gave the charge on Friday while speaking as a special guest of honor at the Base Socio-cultural Activities (BASA), held at the NAF Base  in Kaduna.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)reports that BASA  could be traced to pre independence West African Frontier Forces which, due to its diverse cultural inclinations of the West
African soldiers, the colonial authorities introduced the West African Social
Activities.
BASA is organised once yearly to grant the requests by soldiers to participate in their local cultural rituals.
“It had remained the avenue to showcase diverse cultures of the base communities across the country and to appreciate hard work and gallantry of individual soldiers
during the year.
Lagbaja also said that the BASA was organized for personnel that worked within and outside the base with their families to unwind, eat and socialise in an informal setting.
He added that it was a befitting ending to operational and administrative activities of the formation.
While charging the NAF personnel on dedication, resilience and hard work, the GOC commended the Air Officer Commading  (AOC) for organising the occasion.
Also, the AOC ATC, AVM Nnamdi Ananaba, said officers and Air men/women of the Command and the service in general worked hard from beginning  to the end of the year.
Ananabs said BASA was an  avenue to promote civil military relationship with members of host communities.
He said that haven worked through out the year, it was important to organise the event for them to unwind.
Ananaba said the event was deliberately organised to recognise the cultural diversity of the country.
He noted that the event, which showcased the diverse cultures, was a unifying factor for the country.
“Soldiers came from different background, brought together and  trained to work as one defenders of the nation.
“The BASA reminds them that they all come from diverse societies, and enable them to bond more and become more effective in the battlefield,” Ananaba said.
The AOC thanked the families of the soldiers, saying that “being a soldier is not easy, in the sense that they spend most of their time away from their families.
“If we don’t have dedicated family members, dedicated wives and disciplined children who take care of the home front for us, you can imagine how it will be for us in the battlefield.
“We will definitely not be focused, therefore we need to keep encouraging them to keep their good work for us,” he said.
Ananaba said it was an age-long event which was gradually relegated to the background due to intensity of military operations.
“This year our amiable Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Oladayo Amao, hinging on one of the key drivers of his vision which borders on bolstering morale by improving personnel welfare, felt the need for this epic bonding event to take place across all NAF Units.
“Accordingly, he directed conduct of the BASA for year 2022.
“The event is truly a testament of the CAS interest in further unifying officers, airmen/airwomen and their families and a way of boosting morale and further strengthening the bond that holds us together as one big, united air force family.
NAN reports that high point of the event was cultural dance by the three major tribes in Nigeria, and tug of war between civilians in the base and airmen/women.(www.nannews.ng)
TJ/IA
Edited by Idris Abdulrahman
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Defence/Security

Police arrest 780 suspects, rescue 206 kidnap victims in Kaduna State

Arrests

By Mohammed Tijjani

Kaduna, Dec. 28, 2022 (NAN) Police in Kaduna State arrested at least 780 crime suspects and recovered 1,446 rustled livestock in 2022.

Commissioner of Police in the state, Mr Yekini Ayoku told a news conference in Kaduna on Wednesday that the police also secured the conviction 116 of the suspects during the year.

He said the police rescued 206 kidnap victims, recovered 49 rifles and other guns; neutralised 21 bandits and confiscated 15 bags of weeds suspected to be Indian hemp during the period.

He added that the police also recovered 1,359 rounds of live ammunition and 17 bandits’ operational motorcycles in 2022.

Ayoku noted that measures put in place led to remarkable achievements recorded in the fight against armed robbery, banditry, kidnapping and cattle rustling, among others.

He said the police were keeping tab and monitoring developments on the political scene preparatory to the 2023 general elections.

“I have had two meetings with stakeholders in the political process to ensure seamless, peaceful and hitch-free electioneering in the state.

“I made it clear to the political stakeholders that they must play politics by the rules and abide by the provisions of the Electoral Act 2022 and with INEC guidelines.

“Politicians must avoid actions and conducts that are contrary to extant laws guiding the electoral process as nobody will be spared in our determination to enforce the law,’’ the 40th police commissioner in Kaduna State said.

Ayoku acknowledged the robust support the police had been enjoying from the Nigerian Army, the Nigerian Air Force, the DSS, and the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps.

“I assure that we shall work to enhance the existing strong interagency synergy and collaboration to maximise our strength and capacities for effective onslaught against crime in the state.

“I ask for more of this public support as everyone has a stake in the security of our communities.

“The police are ever determined to extricate the state from the grips of criminal elements and all hands must continually be on deck to achieve this,’’ Ayoku stressed.

Ayoku expressed appreciation of the Inspector-General of Police, Mr Usman Baba, for finding him worthy of the position of police commissioner in Kaduna State.

He also expressed appreciation of Gov. Nasir El-Rufai for his strong leadership as a security-passionate governor and his constant logistical support for the police.

Mr Ayoku resumed duty as the 40th Police Commissioner in Kaduna State on April 8. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

TJ/ALLI

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Edited by Alli Hakeem

 

Defence/Security

CAS charges troops to wipe out criminal elements, restore peace

The representative of Chief of Air Staff, Air Officer Commanding Air Training Command, AVM Nnamdi Ananaba, present plaque to Guest of Honour and General Officer Commanding 1 Division Nigerian Army ,Maj-Gen Taoreed Lagbaja during Christmas Lunch for troops of Operation Whirl Punch and Operation Bada Mamaki, on Sunday in Kaduna.
CAS charges troops to wipe out criminal elements, restore peace
Christmas
By Mohammed Tijjani
Kaduna, Dec. 25, 2022 (NAN)The Chief of Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Oladayo Amao, has charged troops of Operation Whirl Punch and Operation Bada Mamaki to eliminate all criminal elements and restore peace in the country.
Amao gave the charge at the CAS Christmas Lunch with Air Component frontline troops of Operation Whirl Punch and Operation Bada Mamaki, held at the NAF 401 Flying Training School on Sunday in Kaduna.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), report that frontline troops of Operations Bada Mamaki and Whirl  Punch are engaged in fighting banditry in Kaduna, Niger, Kogi and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
The CAS  was represented by Air Officer Commanding Air Training Command, AVM Nnamdi Ananaba.
Amao said, “We must sustain the tempo of our operations and continue to fight gallantly until all insurgents,  bandits and all other criminal elements are completely eliminated, and peace is restored to all troubled parts of our dear country
“We must continue to operate synergistically with our sister services and other security agencies whilst leveraging each other’s capabilities to secure the nation. This is our professional duty.”
Amao said that the Christmas launch was an opportunity to not only bond with the frontline troops but also promote comradeship within the service.
“It affords us the opportunity to spend time with you, knowing that you should ordinarily be spending this period with your loved ones, but have sacrificed the time to remain in the theatre to ensure that our country remains secure.
“The security threats currently facing our dear nation and the challenges they present to the attainment of our national developmental goals require the emplacement of a robust security architecture, which of course will include the ability to rapidly employ airpower within the full spectrum of warfare.
“The paradigm shift in the way air warfare is waged, necessitates a highly versatile air force capable of executing a wide range of airpower roles across multiple theatres of operation to deal with these security threats,” he said.
The CAS said he was glad that NAF, operating in synergy with sister services and other security agencies, has continued to courageously confront the threats, while recording tangible results in the various theatres.
 “I must say that I am proud of the efforts of all our officers, airmen and airwomen participating in internal security operations in different parts of the country.
“My pride comes from the positive reports that are getting to my desk of your courageous exploits and successes,” he told the troops.
Amao said in the North Central theatre particularly, the NAF  through the air component Operation Whirl Punch, has continued to perform very critical roles in providing the much-needed air support for the smooth conduct of ground operations by the Land Component.
According to him, the air support has been immensely instrumental in curtailing activities of terrorists and other enemies of the state, denying them freedom of action and providing respite for Nigerians who have been on the receiving end of the excesses of these criminals.
He commend all personnel of the operation for their commitment and contributions towards ensuring that peace and stability is restored to all parts of the North Central.
” Please do not relent in your dedication and hard work towards ensuring that peace returns to our land.
“I assure you that your efforts and sacrifices in this regard, both individually and collectively, are highly appreciated by the nation.
“Let me also re-assure you that, on our part, Headquarters Nigerian Air Force, will continue to ensure the provision of your requirements for the successful execution of the war,” Amao said.
The Air Chief appreciated President Muhammadu Buhari ,for his continued support to the Armed Forces of Nigeria, in general, and the NAF in particular, towards the achievement of its desired airpower goals.
In his speech, the guest of honour and General Officer Commanding 1 Division Nigerian Army, Maj.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja commended the leadership of NAF for placing high premium in boosting the morale of those at the frontline.
Lagbaja said the lunch would boost the strength and agility of personnel of the NAF in the optimal performance of their assigned tasks.
“It is imperative to use this occasion to extend sincere appreciation to personnel of the NAF  for assiduously working in synergy with other security and law enforcement agencies in securing the entire areas of operation.
He said the resilience and patriotism of members of the Nigerian Air Force in response to contemporary security challenges is quite commendable.
“The enduring harmonious relationship between the Nigerian Army and the NAF and indeed the Armed Forces of Nigeria have been a force multiplier in our collective drive to return our state to its initial Center of Learning. and the peace it is known for.
“We look forward to a more robust and fruitful engagements between all the security agencies and the leadership of the NAF  here in Kaduna.
“I will like to assure you all of our constant support and partnership towards improving the security disposition in the state,” Lagbaja said.(NAN)(wwww.nannews.ng)
TJ/MZA Edited by Maharazu Ahmed
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Defence/Security

Police arrest  bandit, recover 4 AK47 rifles in Kaduna

Suspected bandit arrested by operatives of Kaduna state Police Command .

 

Police arrest  bandit, recover 4 AK47 rifles in Kaduna
Bandit
By Mohammed Tijjani
Kaduna, Dec 25, 2022 (NAN)The Police Command in Kaduna State, said its operatives have arrested a bandit/gun runner and  recovered four AK47 rifles with 344 rounds of ammunition and his operational motorcycle in Kaduna.
The Command Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Muhammad Jalige, confirmed the arrest in a statement issued on Sunday in Kaduna.
Jalige said the renewed vigour and commitment of officers and men of the command in ensuring  total compliance with the directive for domination of public space during the festive period and beyond, had started yielding positive results.
He explained that on Dec 23, at about 17:30 hrs, operatives attached to Tudun Wada Zaria, while on surveillance patrol at Kwarkwaron Manu, Basawa area of Zaria metropolitan, intercepted two men on an unregistered motorcycle with bags concealed in a suspicious manner on the motorcycle.
“On being flagged down for search, the motorcycle passenger jumped down and fled, thereby heightening the suspicion of the eagle eyed operatives.
“The motorcycle and the rider, who gave his identity as one Bilyaminu Saidu aged 33 years  of Shuwaki village, Bakori LGA of Katsina State, were immediately subjected to a thorough search which led to his arrest.
 “The items recovered included  four  AK47 rifles, 344 rounds of 7.62mm live ammunition,  telephones and charms, ” he said.
Jalige said the arrested suspect had been taken into custody and preliminary investigation has revealed he and his fleeing accomplice were on a nefarious mission to supply his gang with the offensive weapons.
“The Commissioner of Police, Kaduna State Command , Mr  Yekini Ayoku,  has ordered for a thorough and comprehensive investigation to unearth the source and destination of the illicit arms and the arrest of the suspect’s criminal cohorts.
He said the CP further assured members of the public that the command would be unwavering in its commitment to ensure public safety and security in line with the operational guidelines handed down by the Inspector General of Police, Usman Baba.
The PPRO  further enlisted the support and cooperation of all and sundry to the Police and other security agencies as security remained a shared responsibility.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
TJ/IA
Edited by Idris Abdulrahman
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General news

Christmas: CAN calls for deeper reflection on the message of season

Christmas
By Mohammed Tijjani
Kaduna, Dec 24, 2022 (NAN)The Chairman, Christian
Association of Nigeria (CAN) Kaduna State Chapter, Rev. John Hayab, says  a  time like this  calls us to a deeper reflection on the message of the season.
Hayab  stated this in a Christmas message on Saturday in Kaduna.
“My  heart is filled with joy overwhelming in appreciation to God for making it possible for us all to witness yet another season of the commemoration of the nativity of the Lord Jesus Christ for the salvation of mankind.
“The birth of Christ is the ultimate gift ever given in the existence of the world, it is a symbolic gift that aims at exemplifying to us believers,  the importance of giving and the fact that there is  absolutely no limit or boundaries to giving.”
The CAN chairman who is also the Country Drector, Global Peace Foundation Nigeria, said  that “until you give to those in need,  Christ’s  love can not be said to dwell in you.”
According to him,  the major theme of Christmas is “Giving” not just giving but selfless giving which is why we will see, Christ was effortlessly  gifted to the womb that conceived him.
“When he came, he was birthed in an inn that was  not paid for, freely did the wise men from the east took the journey to the place of blessed birth, for nothing but to give him gifts, royal, priestly and prophetic gifts.
“Even during his ministry, he fed people from bread and fish gotten freely, and he ended his life as a free gift for the salvation of mankind.
“Indeed it will not be far fetched to say, giving is the reason for the season,” he said.
Hayab said as a leader, during this season,  we must continually teach our people the importance of giving not only within this season but as long as we lived on earth.
 He explained that the act of giving was  not only for the old or young, rich or poor, mighty or lowly, no, as long as we remained alive, we have what someone might  need to gain hope again.
“Brethren, we are not blessed by the amount that we give, we are blessed by the quality of our gift, a gift should be given in love with the sole purpose of meeting the needs of
others.
“This is an attitude parents should teach their  children from their childhood as the
scripture says, when we train a child, he will grow and not depart from the right path.
“This is a call to action not words, parents should provide for their children and guide them to picking what have been provided for them to give other people around them that are in need.
“There is absolutely no one that should be left out in this call for kindness, just a
little kindness will heal our land.”
Hayab said:  “My heart was delighted with  a Muslim Woman Hajiya Ramatu Tijjani  who kick-started the distribution of food stuffs to christian widows in our dear state.
“This shows us that there are non christians who understands the true meaning of the season.
“I  will call on our brothers and sisters who the lord has blessed to learn from this kind gesture of Tijjani  and be challenged.”
He said by  this kind gesture,  she had contributed her quota to building a peaceful and loving nation that we both so desired.
“Let me reiterate that  this is the time in this nation that we so desperately need,  this act of giving, this show of love and kindness.
“We should dedicate our lives to giving out to  all for the salvation of human kind,  especially as our nation takes final steps into the election year proper.
“We should fill the environment with mutual love, care and concern for each
other, we should give respect, understanding, love, and tolerance.
“As we celebrate this season, may heavens be kind to us, may God protect us all and may he grant us the grace to be able to live up to our expectations in this season that at the  end,  his name alone will be glorified.
“Merry Christmas  and a prosperous New Year ahead, ” Hayab said (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
TJ/CHOM
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Chioma Ugboma
Defence/Security

Christmas: FRSC deploys 1,769 personnel, 35 patrols vehicles in Kaduna State

Christmas: FRSC deploys 1,769 personnel, 35 patrols vehicles in Kaduna State
Deployment
By Mohammed Tijjani
Kaduna, Dec. 24, 2022 (NAN) The Kaduna State Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has deployed no fewer than 1,769 personnel and 35 vehicles in ensuring hitch-free Christmas and New year festivities in the state.
The Acting Sector Commander, Mr Garba Lawal, gave this indication in a statement issued on Saturday in Kaduna.
Lawal said the 1,769 personnel deployed are made up of 290 Officers, 979 Marshals and 500 Special Marshals.
According to him, the measure is to ensure sanity on Kaduna highways, especially during this yuletide celebration and electioneering campaign.
“In  addition, five power bikes, one fire Truck, two Tow trucks, 10 ambulances, two from the Kaduna state Government to boost the logistics support of the Corps, equipment such as extricating machines, traffic cones, body cameras, Radar gun, Breathalyzers and patrolites have been deployed.
He explained that these will be distributed along designated routes as part of measures towards ensuring hitch-free yuletide between Dec. 20 to January 15, 2023.
Lawal said this exercise is pursuant to the corps 2022 Corporate Strategic Goals of 15 per cent reduction in Road Traffic Crash Fatality.
“These are designed to address the perennial rise in vehicular movement and the violation of traffic rules and regulations, especially during festive season.
“We will frown against over speeding, overloading, night journeys, Tyre Violation, Impatience, Fatigue, use of seat belts, use of phone, child restraint, conveyance of unlatched containers and mechanical defects.
“Consequent upon this, we will carry out massive deployment of personnel and logistics along critical flash points and road diversions such as Olam Farm, Doka, Kakau and Jere along Kaduna-Abuja highway,” he said.
He stated that the exercise will also witness setting of traffic control and rescue camps, especially at Rigachikun, Kwanan Farakwai and Durbin Rauga by officers and men of the command.
He added that 14 Unit Commands, 7 outposts, 13 station Offices and 10 Ambulance service points are fully activated along six major roads .
“The roads included Kaduna-Abuja, Kaduna-Zaria, Zaria-Kano, Kaduna-Birnin Gwari and Kaduna-Kachia, Kachia-Barde Forest, Akwanga-Gwantu highways as parts of measures to mitigate speed-related crashes during the festive season.
The Acting Commander reminded the motoring and general public that the 2022 end of year patrol theme still remains – “Avoid speeding, overloading and unsafe tyres to arrive alive”.
“There is, therefore, the need for robust public enlightenment campaigns through electronic and print media, motor park rallies, advocacy visits to traditional institutions, mosques, and churches.
“We call for everyone’s support in order to reduce crashes on our roads.”
He urged the motoring public to watch out for diversions and black spots along Abuja-Kaduna-Kano highways especially places like Olam Farm, Kakau, Katari, Jere, Audu Jangwam, Kwanan Tsintsiya, Lamban Zango.
Lawal warned motorists to ensure strict compliance with traffic rules and regulations while maintaining regular vehicle maintenance, sound state of health and mind, because only the living can celebrate.
“The  command wishes motorists and commuters a hitch-free celebration and a prosperous New Year, “Lawal said. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
TJ/VAO
Edited by Vincent Obi
Defence/Security

Troops ambush bandits, kill 10, destroy camps in Kaduna State

Troops ambush bandits, kill 10, destroy camps in Kaduna State
Bandits
By Mohammed Tijjani
Kaduna, Dec 23, 2022 (NAN) Troops of Operation Forest Sanity have neutralized eight bandits and seized six motorcycles during ambush patrols in the Chikun/Birnin Gwari Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Kaduna State.
The Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affair, Samuel Aruwan, confirmed the development in a statement issued on Friday in Kaduna.
Aruwan said “According to feedback to the Kaduna state Government, the troops set up ambush positions at bandits’ crossing points in the Buruku/Birnin Gwari areas.
“The troops then made contact with the bandits and neutralized eight, while recovering four motorcycles and three mobile phones in the first successful mission.
“The troops then engaged bandits in a second mission and recovered two motorcycles,” he said.
Aruwan said in a similar operation, troops neutralized two bandits during clearance patrols along the Sabon Birni-Maidaro-Dogon Dawa-Galadimawa-Kidandan-Fatika axis.
He said the troops recovered one AK-47 rifle, two magazines loaded with 52 rounds, six motorcycles and three mobile phones.
Aruwan explained that the troops also dislodged camps around Garke and Galadimawa in Giwa LGA, recovering three Dane guns, two magazines, some military uniforms and nine motorcycles.
The Commissioner said Gov. Nasir El-Rufai noted the reports with gratitude, and commended the troops’ stealth, bravery and resilience in the successful operations. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
TJ/VAO
Edited by Vincent Obi
Defence/Security

Christmas: CP orders 24 – hour patrols in Kaduna

Kaduna State Commissioner of Police,  Mr Yekini Ayoku.

Christmas
By Mohammed Tijjani
Kaduna, Dec. 23, 2022 (NAN)The Commissioner of Police (CP) Kaduna State Command, Mr Yekini Ayoku, says  the command has emplaced robust security arrangement for Christmas and New year activities in the state.
The CP stated this in a  statement  by the command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Mohammed Jalige on Friday in Kaduna.
The  CP  further ordered a  24-hour high visibility patrols around all the nooks and crannies of the state to ensure members of the public celebrated the yuletide in peace and confidence.
According to him, the command will    continue its  commitment in keeping its statutory mandate of securing the public space.
“The command has made adequate and massive deployment of personnel and materials to ensure  peaceful and hitch free Christmas and New Year celebrations in the state.”
The  CP directed all the Area Commanders and their Divisional Police Officers (DPOs) as well as Tactical Commanders to mobilise all operational and intelligence assets at their disposal for protection of all major highways, places of worship and  recreational facilities.
“This is to ensure that criminals are kept at bay and denied the latitude to carry out their nefarious activities.”
He  further notified the public that the sale and use of fireworks, knockouts and fire crackers in the state had been banned and hence,  parents and guardians were advised to warn their wards and keep close watch on them to avoid running foul of the law.
  He advised road users to be careful and vigilant while on the highways, obey all traffic rules and cooperate with law enforcement and safety agents on the road.
“Residents of the state are assured of the readiness of the command to promptly respond to distress situations.”
He said the command would  decisively deal with any person or group of persons who might in any way,  attempt to disrupt the peaceful atmosphere of the state during the festive period and beyond.
“Members of the public are enjoined to report any suspicious movement and objects to the nearest police and security formation or call police emergency numbers on: 070-3-967-5856 or 0807-539-1105.
“The command wish  all  residents of the state merry Christmas and a happy New year, ” he  said.
He urged all to reflect on the reason for the season by being law abiding and co-exist peacefully and harmoniously for the good and progress of the  state.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
TJ/CHOM
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Defence/Security

Yuletide: NSCDC deploys 3000 personnel to protect critical national assets in Kaduna

Yuletide: NSCDC deploys 3000 personnel to protect critical national asset in Kaduna
Yuletide
By Mohammed Tijjani
Kaduna, Dec 23, 2022(NAN)The Kaduna Command, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), said it had deployed no fewer than 3,000 operatives across the state to protect critical national assets.
The NSCDC Commandant,  Idris Adah, said in a statement by the Command Public Relations Officer DSC Habeeb Badamasi on Friday in Kaduna.
Badamasi said the commandant approved the  deployment across the 23 local government areas of the state, to guard against any breakdown of laws and order during the festive period.
He said the officers would protect lives and property, and also guard against theft of  national assets during Christmas and New Year celebrations.
He advised residents to always report suspicious criminals in their environments, for prompt arrest and prosecution.
He also assured residents of the safety of their lives and properties and urged them to always be law abiding.
He appealed to the public to complement NSCDC’s efforts by giving useful information on persons, acts and incidences capable of thwarting peaceful Christmas and New Year celebrations.
He further advised the law abiding residents to take advantage of the increased routine patrols with surveillance in this challenging period, to rid suspected spots of criminal elements.
He warned criminals and terrorists to repent and be law abiding citizens, else they would face the consequences of their action .
He  advised members of the public to go to bed with their eyes closed as NSCDC officers and men were fully on ground.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
TJ/IA
Edited by Idris Abdulrahman
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Defence/Security

GOC charges newly promoted officers to inspire troops

Promotion
By Mohammed Tijjani
Kaduna, Dec. 21, 2022 (NAN) The General Officer Commanding (GOC) 1 Division Nigerian Army, Maj.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja  has charged the newly promoted and decorated senior officers of the Division to redouble efforts in the service of the nation.
Lagbaja gave the charge on Wednesday in Kaduna while decorating three Colonels in the Division promoted to the rank of Brigadier General.
The GOC who is also the Force Commander Operation Whirl Punch, said they should contribute more positively to the system and inspire their subordinates
“You must redouble your efforts and brace up for more tasks as  promotion comes with higher responsibilities,” Lagbaja added.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the newly promoted officers were Brig.-Gen. OO Ejere, Deputy Chief of Staff Training and Operations, Brig.-Gen, AD Aliyu, the Director 1 Division Education Services and Brig.-Gen. AHB Jibril, the Commander 1 Division Provost Group.
Ejere who responded on behalf of the promoted officers, pledged their unalloyed and continuous loyalty to the Nigerian Army and the Commander-in-Chief.
He thanked the Commander-in-Chief, the Army Council and Chief of Army Staff for finding them worthy for promotion.
The event was attended by Formation Commanders, Principal Staff Officers, senior officers, family members and well wishers of the newly promoted officers.(NAN)(www.nannews.ng)
TJ/MZA
Edited by Maharazu Ahmed
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