... Ekiti Governor Visits Cds, Commend Afn, Seek More Security Presence.
The Chief of Defence Staff ( CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa, has called on the State Governor to consider using the locals to complement and support security agencies in curbing the menace of criminality in the state.
General Musa made the call today 1 February, 2024 when he received the Governor of Ekiti State, Mr Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji on a courtesy visit to the Defence Headquarters ( DHQ), Abuja.
The CDS, General Christopher Musa commensurate with the Governor and assured him of the AFN continuous support to ensure the safety of all Nigerians.
General Musa further harps on the need for the country to have a comprehensive data base of visitors in and out of the nation. This he said will help the security agencies to keep tab and monitor situations in case of any infringement.
The CDS also appreciates the Governor for his support and commitment to the course of the Armed Forces of Nigeria.
In his remarks the Governor of Ekiti state who was accompanied on the visit by the Senate leader, Senator Opayemi Bamidele and other government top functionaries commended the Armed Forces of Nigeria ( AFN) for keeping Nigeria safe and indivisible.
Acting Director of Defence Information, Brig Gen Tukur Gusau in a press noted that according to the Governor, the situation would have been worse without the intervention and contributions of the AFN. The Governor also briefed the CDS on the unfortunate recent killings of traditional rulers in the state, while seeking for more security presence to avert further occurances.