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Nigerian Army

Nigerian Army

Army inaugurates 63 brigade, flags off operation Python Dance in Asaba

byAgency Report
January 10, 2019
2 min read

The Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai, a lieutenant general, on Thursday inaugurated the 63 Brigade Nigerian Army and flaged-off operation Egwu Eke (Python Dance), in Asaba, Delta.

Mr Buratai, represented by Jamil Sarham, a major general and General Officer Commanding (GOC), 6 Division, said the brigade would ensure peace, security and promote commerce in Asaba and its environs.

“It is my great pleasure to inaugurate the 63 Brigade with its headquarters in Asaba, this is a demonstration of President Muhammadu Buhari’s desire to ensure security of lives and property across the country,” he said.

He said the essence was to checkmate the myriad of security challenges in the country.

He said the establishment of military formations required huge financial commitment, adding that while the various governments made provisions, other stakeholders would be required to support the project to ensure adequate security.

“I therefore call on the government and the good people of Delta to support the operations of the 63 brigade and the formations in Koko and Oleh.

“I am also in Delta to flag off the operation Egwu Eke 3 (Python Dance), at Km 11, Okpanam Road, Asaba,” he said.

Mr Buratai assured all law abiding people of the state that the Army would ensure adequate security and safety even as the nation approaches the 2019 general elections.

He said the Army would work in cooperation with other security agencies to ensure peace in the state.

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The army chief said at the end of the python dance exercise,” the python must have swallowed all the hoodlums, bandits, kidnappers and militants among others in the country.

“The python will also address the issues of fake news by unpatriotic elements; it is necessary that we draw the attention of all well-meaning Nigerians that they must have at the back of their minds the importance of national security.

“Giving out official information or spreading fake news is inimical to national security.”

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In his remarks, Governor Ifeanyi Okowa appreciated the Army for bringing the brigade to Asaba.

Gov. Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta (2nd, L) inspecting the guard of honour during the inauguration of the 63rd Brigade Nigerian Army, along Anwai Road, Opposite Government House in Asaba on Thursday (10/1/19). 00257/10/1/2019/Ifeanyi Olannye/HB/NAN
Gov. Ifeanyi Okowa of Delta (2nd, L) inspecting the guard of honour during the inauguration of the 63rd Brigade Nigerian Army, along Anwai Road, Opposite Government House in Asaba on Thursday (10/1/19). 00257/10/1/2019/Ifeanyi Olannye/HB/NAN

“We have just witnessed the inauguration of the 63 Brigade, Asaba and we give God all the glory and I want to appreciate the Chief of Army Staff for enabling this and thank the President for bringing it to Asaba.

“I am aware that the military, working with all other security agencies in the state, have done quite a lot to ensure peace.

“I also know that a lot have been done to secure our oil facilities in the state and in all, I appreciate our traditional rulers, the youths and various groups that have ensured that we have adequate information to ensure peace in our state.

“There is no doubt that with the 63 brigade being given birth to today, we will now have many more men to provide security in the state.

“We are a peaceful state, but criminals still abound just like they are in every part of nation.

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“I believe that with combined efforts, all our security agencies will continue to maintain a peaceful disposition,” Mr Okowa said.

The governor assured that the state government would support and ensure the full take off of the brigade within the limits of its finances.

Earlier, the acting Brigade Commander, M.H.B. Manu in a welcome address, said that the command was committed to providing adequate security in Asaba.

He thanked the state government for providing the temporary headquarters for the 63 brigade and requested for more support to secure permanent site for the brigade and the battalions in Koko and Oleh.

He called on the people of the state to support the brigade and all its formations in the state, and reiterated that its establishment by the federal government was to guarantee the protection of lives and property.

The Asagba of Asaba, Chike Edozien, represented by Patrick Ndili, also lauded the establishment of the brigade.

(NAN)

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