Kebbi State Governor, Dr Nasir Idris, has appealed to the Nigerian Army to deploy more personnel to the state to effectively tackle the security challenges bedevilling some parts of the state.
The governor made the plea on Thursday while receiving the GOC 8 Division, Nigerian Army, and Commander, Sector 2 Joint Task Force Operation Fantsar Yaman, Maj-General Ibikunle Ademola Ajose, on a courtesy visit at the Government House in Birnin Kebbi.
He observed that additional personnel would complement the efforts of the existing security operatives in the state.
Governor Idris commended the efforts of the Nigerian Army and other security agencies for their commitment towards ensuring a crime-free society.
“Let me use this medium to commend the Commanding Officer in charge of Birnin Kebbi Battalion for his prompt response to any security breach.
“I must confess to you that Kebbi is 90 per cent crime-free due to the support of your men and other security agencies in the state,” he said.
The governor also assured the GOC that his administration would do everything possible to partner with the Nigerian Army and other security agencies in fighting crime and criminality, saying, “I am ready to support you in any of your endeavours.”
Earlier, the GOC 8 Division Nigerian Army and Commander, Sector 2 Joint Task Force Operation Fantsar Yaman, Major General Ibikunle Ademola Ajose, thanked the governor for his continued support to security agencies, adding that more efforts would be put in place to ensure that the issue of the Lakurawa sect becomes a thing of the past.
“I am here for a unit assessment, to evaluate the performance of my men, especially in Arugungu, Arewa, and other parts of the state. I also visited Zuru Barracks,” he said.
He assured the governor of the readiness of his men to strengthen security in their areas of operation.
