Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving the establishment of a new Nigerian Army battalion in the state to strengthen security and combat emerging threats.
The new military formation will be located in Omu Aran, Irepodun Local Government Area, and is expected to enhance efforts against banditry, terrorism, and kidnapping.
In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Deputy Chief Press Secretary, Mashood AbdulRafiu Agboola, available to Ribsmedia, the governor described the development as a significant boost to the state’s security architecture.
Governor AbdulRazaq also expressed appreciation to the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, for the swift processing of the state’s request for increased military presence.
He further acknowledged the support of the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) and praised the efforts of the Armed Forces, the Department of State Services (DSS), the Nigeria Police Force, and other security agencies for their continued operations against terrorism, banditry, and other violent crimes.
“On behalf of the people and government of our state, I wholeheartedly thank Mr. President for yet another promise kept to the state.
We are confident that the new battalion will greatly strengthen counterterrorism and anti-kidnapping operations across various theatres,” the governor said.
He added that the government is also pursuing coordinated multi-agency operations aimed at rescuing kidnapped victims, eliminating criminal elements, and restoring security across the state’s forested areas.
