President Bola Tinubu has announced the operationalisation of new Nigerian Army formations in Zamfara, Kebbi, Oyo and Osun states as part of efforts to strengthen security and improve rapid response to threats in vulnerable communities across the country.
The President disclosed this in a statement shared on his social media handles on Sunday, saying the new formations would bring troops closer to communities facing security challenges and enhance the military’s operational effectiveness.
“This week, the Nigerian Army operationalised new formations in Zamfara, Kebbi, Oyo and Osun. Our troops are now closer to vulnerable communities in these areas, strengthening our ability to respond swiftly and decisively when our people are threatened,” Tinubu stated.
The President also revealed that the Federal Government was accelerating the construction of new military barracks and depots in Abuja, Ekiti, Ebonyi and Kogi states, while similar projects in Osun had already been completed.
According to him, the projects are aimed at improving the welfare and living conditions of military personnel and their families.
“We are also fast-tracking the construction of new barracks and depots in Abuja, Ekiti, Ebonyi and Kogi, with Osun already completed. As we demand more from our men and women in uniform, we must do more to support them and their families,” he said.
Tinubu further noted that the recent salary increase approved for members of the Armed Forces had positively impacted servicemen and women as well as their families.
“Over the past few days, servicemen and women of the Armed Forces have shared what the recent pay increase means for them and their families. I am glad it is making a difference,” he added.
The President stressed that military service often comes with sacrifices not only for personnel but also for their families, assuring that the government would continue to provide the support and resources required to enable the Armed Forces to carry out their constitutional duties effectively.
“Every deployment is a sacrifice made by a family too. As our Armed Forces stand watch over Nigeria, my duty as Commander-in-Chief is to ensure they have the resources and support to do their job, and that Nigeria stands firmly behind the families waiting for them at home,” Tinubu said.
