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Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, CON, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with the Nigerian Army and other security agencies to sustain the prevailing peace and security across the state.
The Governor gave the assurance on Wednesday while receiving the newly appointed General Officer Commanding (GOC) 3 Division of the Nigerian Army, Major General WM Dangana, who paid him a courtesy visit at the Government House, Gombe.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya described peace and security as the foundation of sustainable development, emphasizing that his administration would continue to work closely with all security formations to safeguard lives and property while preserving Gombe’s reputation as one of Nigeria’s most peaceful states.
He noted that his government places high priority on inter-agency collaboration, particularly as political activities intensify ahead of future elections.
“We must continue to work together and deepen our synergy in our collective responsibility of providing robust security for our people. Everything revolves around peace and security. Despite the increasing political activities, Gombe State will remain the peaceful state it has always been,” the Governor said.
The Governor assured the new GOC of his administration’s continued support through the provision of operational logistics and other necessary assistance to enhance the effectiveness of security personnel in the discharge of their constitutional responsibilities.
He also commended the Nigerian Army and other security agencies for their sacrifices, professionalism, and resilience in combating insurgency, criminality, and other emerging security threats, describing their efforts as vital to Nigeria’s unity and stability.
Governor Inuwa Yahaya expressed confidence that the cordial relationship between the Gombe State Government and the Nigerian Army would be further strengthened under the leadership of Major General Dangana.
Earlier, the new General Officer Commanding 3 Division, Major General WM Dangana, explained that his visit formed part of his familiarization tour of military formations under his command following his recent appointment.
He said the 3 Division is responsible for military operations across Plateau, Bauchi, Gombe, Adamawa, and Taraba States, noting that the tour would enable him to assess operational activities within the Division’s area of responsibility.
“I came to see the state of formations under my purview and I am particularly pleased to observe that Gombe State remains relatively peaceful and secure. We also had a warm, pleasant and fruitful discussion with His Excellency,” he stated.
Major General Dangana commended Governor Inuwa Yahaya for his unwavering support to the Nigerian Army and other security agencies, describing the Governor’s cooperation as instrumental to the successes recorded in maintaining peace and security in the state.
“I must commend His Excellency for the support and cooperation he has consistently extended to our troops here in Gombe. It is my commitment to build on the peace and security already recorded and to further strengthen our collaboration with the state government in ensuring a safe and secure environment for all,” the GOC assured.
