In line with the commitment of the Rivers State Government to improve security across the state, Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike has announced the donation of land to the Nigeria Army in Omuma Local Government Area.
Speaking during the operationalization of the 6 Division of the Nigeria Army in Port Harcourt on Thursday, Governor Wike also donated 20 operational vehicles to the Army.
The State Government donated 10 Hilux Vans and 10 buses to the new Division.
He said:
"As a responsible government, we appreciate the contributions of the Nigerian Army in the development of the country.
"We appreciate the contributions of the Nigerian Army in dislodging criminals in our state. That is why will continue to support you. These operational vehicles will help the new Division fight crime."
He stated that the State Governmemt will construct a park for the Nigerian Army Officers Wives Association in Port Harcourt, which will be used by Army Children and other children in the state.
The governor added that the state government will assist the Army set up a Standard Command Secondary School in Port Harcourt to promote education.
Minister of Defence, Mansur Mohammed Dan-Ali stated that the operationalization of the 6 Division of the Army will strengthen security in the Niger Delta.
The Chief of Army Staff, Lt General Tukur Buratai lauded the President for funding security activities, which has impacted positively on the Niger Delta.
The General Officer Commanding, Major General Okon Udoh said that Governor Wike has made critical investments in the provision of logistics to the new Division.
Highlight of the event was the commissioning of the 6 Division Quarter Guard and 6 Division Monument by Governor Wike.
The event also witnessed the flag off of the 6 Division Anti-Kidnapping Squad, 6 Division Anti-Bunkering Squad, 6 Division Strike Force and 6 Operation Check Mate.
There was a multi-agency show of force to indicate the readiness of the Division to fight crime.
Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Udom Emmanuel delivered a goodwill message alongside the Deputy Governors of Delta and Bayelsa States.
Simeon Nwakaudu,
Special Assistant to the Rivers State Governor,
Electronic Media.
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