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Fubara Salutes Bravery, Courage Of Armed Forces In Defence Of Nigeria … Commends Efforts Of President Tinubu Towards Tackling Insecurity, Economy
Governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has described as profound the fierce operations of men and officers of the military against non-state actors who continued to cause insurrections and ensure the reign of peace in Nigeria.
Speaking at the final lap of the 2024 Armed Forces Remembrance Day celebration in Port Harcourt, Governor Fubara said soldiers have continued to perform their constitutional duties in the most dangerous circumstances while putting their lives on the line for all Nigerians both at home and abroad.
”In the end, some returned traumatised with loss of limbs and shattered hopes while some never returned at all to their families and loved ones.
”We also salute our veterans and members of the Nigerian Legion for their immeasurable services and also for the support and solidarity that they have continued to provide to our soldiers and their fellow veterans.”
Sir Fubara noted that though the war on terror and banditry has not fully ended, it was worthwhile to commend the armed forces for the significant daily gains made on the battlefield.
”As we trust their capability, combat readiness and resilience, we urge the federal government to continue to provide and motivate them with all that they need to enable them to overcome the prolonged internal security challenges facing this nation.”
He commended President Bola Tinubu for his determination to tackle economic and security challenges with a political will that will end the activities of Boko Haram, and other internal security threats from non-state actors.
Sir Fubara assured that his administration will continue to support the country’s armed forces to enable them to discharge their constitutional responsibilities to Rivers State and the country.
The governor had earlier inspected the guard of honour mounted by the Nigerian military, laid a wreath at the tomb of the unknown soldier and released the pigeons that signify peace at the Isaac Adaka Boro Park Field.
In his address, the Chairman of Nigerian Legion, Rivers State Command, ACG. Rev. Canon Charles T. Hart expressed appreciation to Governor Fubara for his extraordinary support to legionnaires’, particularly the release of One Hundred Million Naira (N100,000,000.00) pledged by his predecessor on the 15th day of January 2023 and also redeeming his pledge of Thirty Million Naira (N30,000,000.00).
”We appreciate Your Excellency for approving the employment of Forty-Eight (48) Children of our fallen heroes into the Civil Service of Rivers State.”
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has tasked troops of Operation SAVANNAH SHIELD to dominate the battlespace and intensify offensive operations against kidnappers, bandits and other criminal elements in the North Central region.
Shaibu gave the directive yesterday during his maiden operational visit to the Headquarters, Joint Task Force North Central (JTF-NC), at Sobi Barracks, Ilorin.
This is contained in a statement by the Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Col. Appolonia Anele, in Abuja, yesterday.
Shaibu said the Nigerian Army would remain resolute in its constitutional responsibility of safeguarding lives and property, stressing that troops must sustain pressure to decisively deny criminal elements freedom of action.
He assured personnel of continued deployment of combat enablers and operational resources to enhance clearance operations and dismantle criminal hideouts across Kwara and Niger states.
The COAS reaffirmed his commitment to troop welfare, noting that improved welfare remained critical to sustaining morale, operational effectiveness and combat readiness.
He urged the troops to remain disciplined, professional and loyal to the Constitution and the democratically elected government.
Earlier, the Theatre Commander, JTF-NC Operation SAVANNAH SHIELD, Maj.-Gen. Yakubu Yahaya, commended the COAS for his strategic leadership and support.
Yahaya assured that troops would remain committed and steadfast in restoring peace and stability in the region.
The Nigerian Navy says it is expanding training and infrastructure to address emerging security threats and strengthen operational efficiency across formations and units nationwide.
The Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Adm. Idi Abbas, spoke during the inauguration of projects at the Nigerian Navy Basic Training School (NNBTS) in Onne, Rivers as part of activities marking the Nigerian Navy’s 70th anniversary.
Abbas, represented by the Flag Officer Commanding, Naval Training Command (NAVTRAC), Rear Adm. Ebiobowei Zipele, said the projects reflected significant progress made by the navy since its establishment in 1956 from the British Royal Navy.
“Training and infrastructure have improved significantly to meet contemporary security challenges and fulfil the navy’s constitutional responsibilities.”
According to him, the anniversary provides the navy an opportunity to reflect on its achievements and contributions over the past seven decades.
Projects inaugurated included a remodelled female trainees’ hostel accommodating more than 500 occupants and an expanded golf course upgraded from one to nine holes.
Others were the NNBTS fuel dump, Chief Boatswain’s Mate House, renovated pharmacy department and a new theatre block at the Naval Medical Centre, Onne.
Abbas described the new theatre as a major milestone for the navy’s medical services.
“Previously, injured personnel requiring surgeries were referred outside the facility.
“With this theatre, surgeries can now be conducted within the base.’’
He added that a 30KVA inverter had also been installed to guarantee uninterrupted electricity supply at the training school.
The naval chief assured officers, ratings and trainees that the navy leadership remained committed to their welfare and wellbeing.
“These infrastructure upgrades show the commitment of the Chief of Naval Staff to addressing operational and welfare challenges promptly,” he said.
In addition, NAVTRAC distributed educational materials to pupils of Community Primary Schools One and Two, Ogale, in Ebubu-Eleme area of Rivers.
Items distributed included exercise books, school bags and other writing materials as part of the navy’s civil-military engagement initiative.
Zipele said the outreach was designed to strengthen relations between the navy and host communities while supporting children’s education.
“Education remains critical to national growth and youth empowerment. Some of these pupils may eventually serve in the Nigerian Navy,” he said.
He noted that the initiative demonstrated the navy’s commitment to educational development, peace, security and sustainable community relations.
Zipele urged the pupils to remain disciplined, focused and committed to their studies while embracing patriotism, integrity and hard work.
He thanked the Ebubu community for its continued support for the naval training command headquarters and the navy.
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