Plateau Govt Applauds Army Chief over New Units to Protect Vulnerable Villages
Linus Aleke in Abuja The government and people of Plateau State have applauded the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, for establishing additional Nigerian Army formations and
In Plateau State, the government and residents have commended the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, for creating additional Nigerian Army units in vulnerable regions, viewing it as a crucial step to bolster security, appease locals, and reinforce the current peace. Deputy Governor Ngo Josephine Chundung Piyo, during a visit to Shaibu in Jos, lauded the formation of the 24 Armour Brigade in Langtang and its constituent units in Mangu, Wase, and Shendam.
Piyo highlighted how these strategic locations would boost security coverage and empower troops to react rapidly to threats in susceptible communities. She voiced confidence that the augmented military presence would foster public trust, expedite responses to security concerns, and substantially contribute to maintaining peace across the state.
Piyo urged the deployment of more personnel and equipment to fully implement the newly established units, promising the state government’s readiness to offer accommodation and other necessary support. Addressing the COAS, Shaibu announced that further troops, including another battalion, would be deployed to Plateau State to bolster existing formations and fortify the Army’s ability to tackle current and emerging security issues.
President Bola Tinubu had sanctioned the enlistment of an additional 20,000 personnel to enhance the operational capacity of newly formed units nationwide. Shaibu emphasized that increasing the Army’s presence in Plateau would improve operational reach, heighten responsiveness, and offer better security to vulnerable communities.
Colonel Appolonia Anele, the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, noted that Shaibu also solicited assistance from private sector stakeholders and the public to bolster federal government efforts, stressing that enduring peace hinges on the collective dedication of government, security forces, traditional leaders, and citizens.
He urged Plateau residents to aid troops by providing accurate information, fostering dialogue, tolerance, and peaceful coexistence.
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