FG Assures of Enhanced Security in South-East

The Nigerian Government has promised the people of the South-East of enhanced security in the region.

The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru, gave the assurance while addressing officers/personnel of 82 Division/Joint task force south East Operation Udoka during his operational visit to Enugu State.

This is contained in a statement by the Director, Information and Public Relations, Ministry of Defence, Henshaw Ogubike, on Saturday in Abuja.

Mr Badaru said that a secured environment was crucial for business growth and prosperity and urged the officers/personnel to intensify efforts at combating insecurity in the region.

According to him, without security, there can be no peace or development.

The minister reaffirmed President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to eradicating all forms of insecurity nationwide, adding that in the past year lots of progress had been made to that effect.

“There is a renewed determination to intensify our efforts against all forms of insecurity under President Tinubu’s leadership,” he said.

On his part, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 82 Division/ Joint Task Force South East Operation Udoka, Maj.-Gen. Hassan Dada, announced that the army was implementing robust strategies to ensure a safe and secure environment for upcoming festive season.

In the same vein, the minister visited Imo State in continuation of his operational tour of the region.

Addressing the troops at the Forward Operation Base, Okigwe, 211 Quick Response Group, Nigerian Air Force Owerri and Naval Base Oguta, he urged them to improve on their successes.

He also visited the state Governor Hope Uzodimma, and extended his gratitude for his support to the 82 Division of the Nigerian Army/Joint Task force, Operation Udoka.

He emphasized that the Ministry of Defence remained committed to fostering a secure and peaceful environment conducive for businesses and community development in the South-East.