COAS seeks support in mitigating security challenges
Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Farouk Yahaya has indicated interest to collaborate with relevant agencies, stakeholders in eliminating security challenges in Gombe and Nigeria.
The 22nd COAS noted that security is every individual’s responsibility, stressing that uniform men also are saddled with their own responsibility.
He made this disclosure in Gombe Government House on Monday, while on a courtesy call to the governor Muhammadu Yahaya.
According to him, until every citizen comes to accept their given place in taming security challenges, peace would be a far cry.
Yahaya lauded the support garnered from the government and the various machineries, while seeking for more for his men and officers.
He said, “I’m here on operational visit on my appointment as Chief of Army Staff, it is upon me to visit formations and units to interact first hand that is what brought me to 301 general support.
“I want to assure his excellency that we will take necessary action in our efforts to synergise with stakeholders so that together we can improve the situation. Security is everyone’s business, we all have our roles and responsibilities. On our part, we will continue to improve, synergise with other security agencies and stakeholders.”
On his part, Gombe State Governor, Yahaya stated that the army plays pivotal role in restoring the sense of belonging of citizens.
Yahaya noted that the state although enjoys relative peace, more collaborative measures were required to foster a long lasting friendly environment.
“We thank God that you have come to see for yourself what is happening to us, as your spokesman said you are going round the country I believe your coming here will show you that there is relative peace in Gombe but we still need to reinforce that peace that we have so we need you like you need us. So no we need to collaborate and synergise So that our people will enjoy that peace and tranquility that is prevailing.
“I must admit that the presence of the army gives us sense of security and sense of belonging because the greatest sacrifice that you made to even join the forces means that you are there to protect the people against all odds and at all cost. So, we appreciate you and we thank you and we shall continue to do so.
“Your presence will complement the effort of the people and government in order to ensure peace, harmony, and security within Gombe State. For you to be in this uniform means you have sacrificed your own life for the safety of Nigeria,” The governor added.
