Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has recommended the Nigerian Military and different safety companies for the struggle towards oil theft and different crimes.
Oborevwori gave the commendation on the 2023 mixed West African Social Actions, WASA, for Headquarters 63 Brigade and the 181 Amphibious Battalion held on the 181 Amphibious Battalion New Barracks, Alifikede, Agbor, Ika South Native Authorities Space of the state, saying such crimes should cease.
The governor, who was represented by Charles Aniagwu, the Delta State commissioner for works (Rural and Riverine Roads), stated the efforts of the Military and different sister safety companies have helped to take care of peace and the exceptional development of infrastructure in addition to unity throughout the state.
“I’m delighted to be in your midst right this moment as Particular Visitor of Honour for the 12 months 2023 West African Social Actions for the Headquarters 63 Brigade and 181 Amphibious Battalion.
“The 12 months 2023 was an eventful 12 months characterised by challenges and successes. Worthy of notice is the gallant efficiency and sacrifice of the personnel in the direction of the struggle towards oil theft, sundry crimes and the profitable conduct of the 2023 normal elections, amongst different operations and assignments,” he said.
Oborevwori, whereas urging the officers and troopers to stay loyal and dedicated to their duties, assured the Military of the continued help of the state authorities and paid particular tribute to fallen heroes who paid the supreme worth to maintain the nation secure and united.
In his opening remarks, the chief host and Commander, 63 Brigade, Asaba, Brig Gen S. Aliyu stated WASA is geared toward bringing the troopers and their households collectively to have a good time the actions of the 12 months.
He stated the train helps troopers and their households bond collectively by means of the show of varied cultural actions
He stated the brigade would proceed to make sure the welfare of troopers within the efficiency of their duties and recommended Governor Oborevwori, the Basic Officer Commanding, 6 Division Port-Harcourt, and the Chief of Military Employees for his or her help.
Welcoming the visitors earlier, the Commanding Officer of the 181 Amphibious Battalion, Agbor, Lt Col A. N. Abubakar, stated the train was one of many actions organised yearly to have a good time the successes recorded by the Military through the 12 months.
The celebration featured the well-known tug-of-war draw, stripping and assembling of firearms, cultural dances, in addition to native cuisines throughout the nation.