Tinubu: Military Formations Now Closer to Vulnerable Communities in Osun, Kebbi, Oyo and Zamfara
*Says construction of new barracks and depots on-going in Abuja, Ekiti, Ebonyi and Kogi*Vows to ensure required resources are available for soldiers to perform optimally Deji Elumoye in Abuja President
President Bola Tinubu announced on Sunday that the Nigerian military is constructing new barracks and depots in several states, with the goal of bringing these establishments closer to vulnerable communities. According to the President, operational new formations have been established in Osun, Kebbi, Oyo and Zamfara states. Tinubu also revealed that the construction of a new barracks in Osun is already completed, while others are in progress in Abuja, Ekiti, Ebonyi and Kogi states.
The President emphasized the significance of ensuring the welfare of the military personnel, promising to provide the necessary resources for them to perform optimally. He expressed satisfaction that the recent pay increase is positively impacting the lives of servicemen and women and their families. Tinubu highlighted that the military's new formations are now closer to vulnerable communities in these areas, enabling a swift and decisive response when the people are threatened.
The President further stated that the construction of new barracks and depots in Abuja, Ekiti, Ebonyi and Kogi is being expedited, with Osun already completed. He urged the nation to support the armed forces and their families, recognizing the sacrifices made by soldiers during deployments.
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