THE Army has pledged its support to Governor Adegboyega Oyetola administration to ensure adequate security of lives and property of the citizens.
General Officer Commanding (GOC), 2 Division of the Army, Ibadan, Maj.-Gen. Anthony Bamidele Omozoje, made the pledge during a familiarisation visit to the governor’s office, Osogbo.
The GOC assured the state of the military’s readiness to collaborate with other security agencies to help nip in the bud insecurity in the state and its environs.
He said the 2 Division has been working assiduously to flush out criminals within and outside its jurisdiction.
The newly posted GOC, who described his visit to the governor as a necessity, said no effort would be spared to ensure that Osun State maintains it status as one of the safest states in Nigeria.
He said: “I am here to introduce myself to you and to inform you that 2 Division of the Nigerian Army will work in line with the constitution and the rules of engagement of the army to strengthen the security and maintain peace.
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“I have been visiting our commands to see to their needs and see what we can do to support them so as to make them functional and efficient.
“We are working very hard to keep our country safe and ensure that citizens are given adequate security.”
Oyetola said his administration has been blessed with efficient and effective men and officers of the security agencies.
He hailed the Army for being proactive in its efforts to ensure the security of lives and property of the citizenry.
Oyetola, who described officers and men of Army as most effective, said the state would keep recognising the impacts made by the military at ensuring peace and stability.
He congratulated the new GOC on his appointment, urging him to strengthen the bond between his office and the state government.
“So, I commend the military for ensuring peace, security and stability in Nigeria. We value your involvement in securing our state because it is a known fact that criminals disappear whenever the military is around or involved.
“As a government, we are resolute to partner any security agency and stakeholders to keep the state safe,” the governor said.
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