The Honourable Minister of Defence, H.E. Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to enhancing security measures in the South-East region of Nigeria. This reassurance was given during the Minister’s operational visit to Enugu, where he addressed officers and personnel of the 82 Division/Joint Task Force South-East Operation Udo Ka.

Minister Badaru emphasized the importance of a secure environment in facilitating business growth and prosperity, acknowledging the entrepreneurial spirit of the South-East populace. He noted that President Bola Tinubu has directed him to engage with the people of the South-East to find sustainable solutions to insecurity. “Without security, there can be no peace or development,” he stated.

The Minister urged the people to provide candid suggestions and information on how to enhance security and foster lasting peace in the region.

He also engaged with key stakeholders, including heads of security agencies, traditional rulers, students, and other community leaders, to discuss collaborative strategies for addressing the current security challenges.

In his remarks, Major General Hassan Dada, General Officer Commanding (GOC) 82 Division/Joint Task Force South-East, Operation Udo Ka, announced that the Army is implementing robust strategies to ensure a safe and secure environment for the upcoming festive season.

He stated that the Joint Security Task Force in the South-East aims to create a secure atmosphere that facilitates the usual mass return for Christmas.

Retired Major General John Nwoga also emphasized the role of social media in exacerbating insecurity, noting that the circulation of old videos depicting criminal activities contributes to fear and panic within communities.

He urged the people to collectively address the negative impact of misleading information and fake news proliferated through social media.

Minister Badaru’s visit to Enugu was part of his operational tour of the South-East region, aimed at assessing the security situation and identifying areas for improvement. The Minister also visited Imo State, where he addressed troops and expressed President Tinubu’s message to them.

He commended the troops for their efforts in maintaining peace and security in the region and urged them to improve on their successes.

The Minister also paid a courtesy visit to Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State, thanking him for his support to the 82 Division of the Nigerian Army/Joint Task Force South-East, Operation Udo Ka.

The Minister’s visit was seen as a demonstration of the federal government’s commitment to addressing the security challenges in the South-East region.

The Ministry of Defence remains committed to fostering a secure and peaceful environment conducive to business and community development in the South-East.

The federal government is determined to end insecurity in Nigeria and ensure that all citizens can live in peace and prosperity.

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