Gov. Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State said that the Nigerian Army is capacity to decimate all the unorganised armed groups disturbing the peace of the nation.
Sule stated this on Sunday at the 2023 West African Social Activities of the Nigerian Army 4 Special Forces Doma, Nasarawa State.
Gov. Sule lauded the efforts of the Nigerian Army and other security agencies in their battle against kidnapping, banditry and other security threats in the country.
The governor also commended the personnel of the Special Forces for tackling criminal elements within the state.
On the essence of the occasion, Sule lauded the Force for maintaining its annual social event, WASA, which is aimed at bringing together officers and their families, to strengthen the existing bonds among different ethnic groups in the military.
The Governor further explained that the event was an opportunity for officers and soldiers to mingle, showcase their cultures and traditions.
He added that it was a pointer to the resolve and determination of the Nigerian Army to create an avenue to socialize with fellow soldiers and families.
He, therefore, assured that his administration would continue to give maximum support to the Nigerian Army in all its operations in the state.
“The 4 Special Forces is a specialized component of the Nigerian Army which is saddled with the responsibility of Air-bound operations, counter insurgency, counter terrorism, foreign-internal defence and unconventional warfare among others.
“I am much aware of your operational efforts in the various part of the states, some of which led to our gallant men paying supreme prices in service to the nation.
“In recognition of your patriotic service, this administration will continue to support the efforts of our security personnel through the provision of security vehicles for surveillance and other support to ensure the protection of lives and property of our citizens,” Governor Sule added.
Earlier in his welcome address, the Commander of the 4 Special Forces Command, Doma, Maj.-Gen Hillary Nzan, explained that WASA was created to take officers and soldiers away from their routine regimental life to an atmosphere, where they can unwind and relax freely with one another and civilians.
He promised to sustain the fight against all forms of crime within the jurisdiction of the command.
He reiterated the Nigerian Army’s commitment to continue to remain responsive to the task of defending the country’s territorial integrity.
The highpoints of the event is presentation of awards of excellence to five officers who had distinguished themselves.
Different ethnic groups such as Yoruba, Fulani, Igbo, Gwari, Gwandara, Mada, among others featured in dance competitions. (NAN).
