Lagbaja: Army Will Partner Communities to Combat Security Challenges

Onuminya Innocent in Sokoto

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt General Taoreed Lagbaja, has stated that the Nigerian Army would partner communities in order to combat security challenges bedeviling the country.

He, therefore, called on Nigerians to support the troops in their battle against insecurity in the country.

Lagbaja made the disclosure yesterday at the inauguration of 28 Support Engineer Regiment Barracks, Sifawa in Sokoto State.

The army chief said the essence of bringing the army closer to the people is to help to combat the emerging security challenges.

He noted that the new barracks would enhance regimentation and also help in bringing the security apparatus closer to people.

According to him, “I must admit that the country has faced some security challenges all the way, but the troops have been responding to these challenges across the country.

“We will continue to do all within our power to combat every security challenge confronting the country and meet the expectations of the country in providing a secure environment for economic activities to thrive. 

He thanked the immediate-past COAS,  Lt Gen Farouk Yahaya (rtd), for his conviction in putting resources together in building the barracks.

Lagbaja stated that the facilities in the barracks are not only meant for the army but would also be used by the community.

“You know our medical corps does say all lives are precious, so the people of this community can use our medical facility,” he added.

Earlier, the former Army Chief, Lt Gen Farouk Yahaya (rtd), thanked Lagbaja for honouring the inauguration of the barracks despite his tight schedule.