ASHENEWS reports that the Niger state governor, Mohammed Bago says that his administration will continue to seek out areas of partnership with the Nigerian Army.
The governor stated this during the inauguration of the new Nigerian Army Armoured Corps Headquarters complex, reunion and pulling out parade of retired Army Generals in Bauchi.
The governor, who was represented at the event by the Niger State Commissioner for Homeland Security, Gen. Muhammad Bello (Rtd) lauded the Nigerian Army for its tireless efforts in fighting insecurity in the country.
The Niger state governor who extended the same commendation to the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja said that his exemplary leadership style has taken the Nigerian Army to an enviable position.
“He also commended him for naming the new Nigeria Army Armoured Corps Complex after Gen. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida whom he described as a well – respected elder statesman who has contributed immensely to Nation-building, especially in the areas of Human Capital Development and Infrastructure,” a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the Niger State governor, Bologi Ibrahim said.
The statement added that the governor further extolled the virtues of Gen. Babangida as an outstanding Armoured Officer whose role in the development of Armour and, by extension Nigeria Army cannot be quantified.
“He also commended all other retired Army officers who made sacrifices and laid a strong foundation for a better nation, pointing out that the Nigerian Army Armoured Corps Headquarters complex, symbolises their great and uncommon service to the Country.
“He said the journey of the retiring officers has been marked by exemplary service, leadership, and sacrifice which will continue to serve as inspiration to the serving and future generations,” the statement said.
