Maj.-Gen. Bamidele Alabi, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 2 Division, Nigerian Army, has called on troops to always respond proactively to security threats in the division’s area of responsibility.

Mr Alabi gave the advice during the celebration of the Nigerian Army West African Social Activities (WASA) 2023 of the division at its Headquarters, Adekunle Fajuyi Cantonment, Ibadan.

The GOC further called on the troops to continue to be hardworking, maintain high standards of discipline and remain loyal to the president and the Nigerian constitution.

“I urge you to always remain resolute and highly committed towards achieving the Chief of Army Staff philosophy, which is to enhance sound administration, effective leadership and operational effectiveness.

“It is also imperative on us to respect constitutional authority and be proactive in responding to security challenges and dealing with threats to peace and security of Nigeria,” Mr Alabi said.

The GOC commended the troops for sustaining peace and security within the division areas of responsibility, which spanned across seven states of the federation.

Mr Alabi said the troops had successfully participated in all activities of the Nigerian Army in 2023 and contributed immensely to the ongoing operations towards ensuring peace and security in Nigeria.

The GOC added that the Nigerian Army had continued to promote the sustenance of WASA annually.

He commended the Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja for providing resources for the programme and appreciated Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State’s support to the division.

The GOC further thanked the families of the troops for their support and appreciated the public for their support to the division.

The special guest of honour at the occasion, Mr Makinde, represented by his special adviser on security matters, Fatai Owoseni, pledged his administration’s commitment to the security of lives and property of citizens.

(NAN)