Governor Bala Mohammed Abdulkadir of Bauchi State has said that civil-military relationship is a key instrument for societal peace and harmony as well as improving good understanding among citizens.
Bala passed the comments while speaking in his capacity as the Special Guest of Honor at the 2022 West African Social Activities (WASA) of the Nigerian Army held at the 33 Artillery Brigade, Shadawanka Barracks, Bauchi recently.
The governor appreciated the military for being able to handle the security challenges in North-East, North-West sub-regions and other parts of the country, saying that peace has been restored to some certain extent.
Governor Bala who was ably represented by his deputy, Sen. Baba Tela, applauded the military in complementing the efforts of the police, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps and other security agencies in securing lives and property of citizens of the state.
According to him, “The efforts of the military in building synergy with other security agencies in securing lives and property of the citizens cannot be over emphasized.”
Bala Mohammed was proud to say that “Bauchi is one of the most peaceful states in the country today because we enjoy the support of the military and other security services in the state.”
He then said that WASA activities were aimed at sustaining the tradition of the military which has greatly helped in strengthening the combat spirit and promoting the family values in the army.
The governor further stressed the need for the military to use such important events to promote peace and harmony with their host communities all the time.
Bala Mohammmed however pledged continued support of his administration for the military and other sister security agencies in the state.
Speaking earlier, Commander of 33 Artillery Brigade, Brig. Geneneral Emmanuel Egbe, assured that the military would continue to defend the nation against criminal elements so that their lives and property would remain secure.
He said that the event was a social activity aimed at celebrating the previous year and usher in the new year.
According to him, “WASA is also a forum through which the authorities of the Nigeria Army foster national cohesion and promote the various rich cultural heritage of all the ethnic groups in our regiments.”
WASA is aimed“To enhance civil-military relationship in all army barracks and the host community,” he said.
Emmanuel Egbe appreciated the Chief of Army Staff, Lt-Gen. Farouk Yahaya for providing officers and soldiers with the needed logistics support during professional duties.
Our reporter in Bauchi reports that, highlight of the occasion featured Hausa, Yoruba, Igbo, Fulani, Tiv, Jarawa dancers among others. Other activities included thug of war, gifts and awards presentations which added colour to the event.
