The Minister of Defence Mohammed Badaru Abubakar has reassured Nigerians of the federal government’s dedication to tackling and eliminating security challenges nationwide.
Badaru reiterated government’s unwavering commitment to the war efforts while speaking with newsmen after his courtesy call to Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, during which the minister conveyed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s directives.
This is contained in a statement issued by Henshaw Ogubike ,the Director Information and Public Relations, Ministry of Defence in Abuja last night.
He stressed the need for effective strategies to curb insecurity in the North-West region and nationwide, emphasizing that consultations and engagements with Armed forces, stakeholders, and affected communities are crucial to achieving the desired goal.
“This collaborative approach will enable the review of operational strategies and implement positive changes to enhance security,” he said.
The minister of defence who is on a two-day visit to Kaduna state will visit the Headquarters of sub- sector 3 and section 1 Joint Task Force Operation Fansan Yamma Birnin Gwari Kaduna State, to boost troops’ morale and asses for himself the effectiveness of new structures put in place to tackle insecurity in the region.
Governor Sani commended the minister of Defence – Badaru, noting that the Joint Military Command demonstrates the federal government’s commitment to regional security. He urged the minister to consider bringing Operation Safe Haven under 1 Division, Kaduna, and praised progress on Operation Safe Corridor
The Governor highlighted the importance of the establishment of a Command and Control Centre to coordinate joint efforts against terrorists, bandits, kidnappers, and other criminal elements .