Governor AbdulRazaq Hails Tinubu Over New Army Battalion In Kwara

Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has commended President Bola Tinubu over the establishment of a new army battalion in the state, effectively committing more boots and military hardware to neutralise security threats in the state.

The battalion will be located in Omu-Aran in Irepodun local government area of the state.

In a statement yesterday, the governor said the new military formation would boost security response to the threats of banditry and terrorism.

“Specifically, I express our appreciation to the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt-Gen.Waidi Shaibu, for the swiftness with which he graciously processed our request for more hands to strengthen the presence of the Army in the state,” the governor said.

AbdulRazaq also acknowledged the support of the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) and the gallantry of all the security forces, including the Department of State Services (DSS) and the police, in the campaign 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.

“Of particular note are the other discreet, multi-agency efforts of government to stamp out kidnappings, free all victims, and clear all unwanted elements from our forests,” he said.