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Gaidam Praises Nigerian Army’s Effort In Fighting Insurgency In Yobe

The Yobe State Governor, Mr Ibrahim Gaidam has praised the Nigerian Army and other security agencies for their efforts in salvaging Damaturu, the state capital … Continue reading Gaidam Praises Nigerian Army’s Effort In Fighting Insurgency In Yobe


Ibrahim_GaidamThe Yobe State Governor, Mr Ibrahim Gaidam has praised the Nigerian Army and other security agencies for their efforts in salvaging Damaturu, the state capital and other major towns that came under attack recently by members of the Boko Haram.

Damaturu, Potiskum, Damagum and Geidam were within the month of December 2014 come under severe attacks by the militant group the Boko Haram with the intention of taking over the four towns.

Mr Ibrahim Gaidam while launching the 2015 Emblem Week in Damaturu which also witnessed the decoration of two military officers noted with pride the professional attitudes of the offices and men of the Nigerian Army and assured them of every support.

Governor Gaidam maintained that there is no better time to appreciate the Nigerian Army and other security agencies in the state than now considering their efforts in salvaging Damaturu, Potiskum, Damagum and Geidam from the hands of insurgents and criminals in the state.

He also assured that his administration will continue to accord priority to their needs and urged them to sustain the tempo.
He promised to continue giving the assistance of N1 million often presented to families of those killed in active service, adding that his government will continue to foot the medical bills of those injured while in active service.

While congratulating promoted officers, he urged them to continue to carry on with the service of their fatherland.

The Commander of the 27 Task Force Brigade, Damaturu, Colonel Usman Yusuf, thanked the governor for his frequent assistance to the Nigerian Army and assured that the army will continue to work assiduously towards protecting people and territorial integrity of the country.

The Commander also charged the elevated offices to use their wealth of experiences in tackling insurgency and other criminal acts in the state and beyond.

Those decorated to their new ranks are Lt Col Dahiru Bako who is now a full colonel while Lt Joseph Ogonremi is promoted to Captain.

Colonel Dahiru Bako in a vote of thanks appreciates the Nigeria Army for considering them worthy for the promotion assuring that they will continue to work for the unity of the country.

Governor Gaidam then announced a state donation of N5 million in support of the state chapter of the Nigeria Legion, while the State House of Assembly pledged N1 million.

About N10 million was realised at the launching of the 2015 Emblem Appeal Week of the Nigerian Legion Yobe State Chapter.