The General Officer Commanding (GOC), 5 Division, Nigerian Army, Maj.-Gen. Moses Gara, has urged troops to strengthen intelligence-driven operations and community engagement to address security threats in Nasarawa State.
Gara made the call during a two-day operational tour of the newly established 10 Brigade and its affiliated units in the state.
This is contained in a statement issued by the Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 5 Division, Lt.-Col. Ngozi Agha-Okoro on Monday.
Gara urged commanders to strengthen engagement with host communities, particularly youths and traditional institutions, to improve intelligence gathering and cooperation.
He also emphasised discipline, professionalism, operational vigilance, continuous training and effective coordination among troops.
The GOC assured personnel that identified welfare and logistical challenges would receive appropriate attention.
He reaffirmed the commitment of 5 Division to improving operational effectiveness, troops’ welfare and civil-military relations.
The GOC urged personnel to remain disciplined and proactive while working with relevant stakeholders to protect lives and property.
The GOC visited 105 Battalion, Awe; Headquarters 10 Brigade, Lafia; 104 Battalion, Wamba; 351 Artillery Regiment, Loko; and 106 Battalion, Toto.
During the tour, Gara paid a courtesy visit to the Emir of Loko, Alhaji Abubakar Sabo II, who pledged continued support for military operations through the provision of useful intelligence.
The administrator of Loko Area Administrative Council and Chairman of the Nasarawa Administrators’ Forum, Mr Shuaibu Umar, also pledged support for the military.
As part of the engagement, the Emir presented 20 motorcycles to 351 Artillery Regiment to support its operational activities.
Gara also inspected ongoing infrastructure and self-help projects, including borehole construction, renovation of facilities and improvements to troops’ accommodation. (NAN)
