The Commander, 3 Brigade, Nigerian Army, Brigadier General SA Jimoh, has referred to as on traditional rulers in Kaduna State to strengthen their collaboration with safety companies by offering well timed and credible info to assist sort out safety threats in their communities.
In a put up by the Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 3 Brigade, Nigerian Army, Babatunde Zubairu, on the Army’s X deal with on Thursday, Jimoh mentioned he made the decision throughout courtesy visits to the Agwatyap, Paramount Ruler of Atyap Chiefdom, and Agwam Bajju II, Paramount Ruler of Bajju Chiefdom, as a part of his go to to the newly established 97 Infantry Battalion in Samaru Kataf, Kaduna State.
The commander confused the significance of cooperation between the army, traditional establishments and native communities in sustaining peace and safety.
He mentioned, “The support and cooperation of traditional rulers are vital to our collective efforts to maintain peace and security. Timely and credible information from local communities will assist security agencies in preventing and responding effectively to security threats.”
Jimoh additionally emphasised the necessity for sustained engagement between the Nigerian Army and the host communities to advertise public confidence and strengthen the safety structure of the world.
“Peace and security can be achieved more effectively when security agencies and local communities work together. We must continue to build mutual trust and strengthen the relationship between the military and the people we serve,” he added.
During the go to, Jimoh assessed the operational readiness, administrative actions, and general preparedness of the 97 Infantry Battalion, a unit underneath 3 Brigade, Nigerian Army.
The go to commenced with an inspection of the Quarter Guard, after which the Commander obtained a briefing from the Commanding Officer, 97 Infantry Battalion, Lieutenant Colonel RR Gideon, on the battalion’s operational actions, administrative preparations and progress since its institution.
He mentioned, “You must remain committed, vigilant and disciplined at all times. Professionalism, operational alertness and strict adherence to military ethics are essential to the successful accomplishment of your missions.”
The Commander additional urged the troops to stay centered and proactive in addressing safety challenges inside their space of duty.
