By Linus Aleke, Abuja
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja has reiterated the commitment of Nigerian Army troops to decisively tackle security threats in some parts of Benue and contiguous states.
The COAS reaffirmed this commitment in Benue State when he paid a courtesy visit to the Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia.
Director Army Public Relations, Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu, in a statement, noted that Gen Lagbaja appreciated the Governor, Government and good people of the state for the existing cordial relationship between the State and the Nigerian Army, and the support extended to the troops operating in the state.
The Benue State Governor, Dr. Hyacinth Alia, appreciated the efforts and sacrifices of Nigerian Army troops in maintaining the peace in Benue State.
He assured, of his administration’s continued support, to enhance troops’ operational efficiency in the protection of lives and property of the citizenry.
In a related development, the COAS undertook a working visit to 4 Special Forces Command of the Nigerian Army in Doma, Nasarawa State.
While addressing the troops in Doma, the Army Chief applauded them for their resilience and selflessness in serving the nation.
He urged the troops to uphold the highest standard of professionalism in the discharge of their statutory duties.
The COAS, who toured facilities at the Nigerian Army Barracks Doma, assured troops of the effort of the Federal Government and the Army High Command to improve infrastructural amenities and provide combat enablers for the optimal performance of their roles.
Gen Lagbaja charged the troops to remain disciplined and give their very best in service to their fatherland.
