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The Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, has commended Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State for the recent donation of 100,000 hectares of land to the Nigerian Navy.
In a statement released by Mr. Henshaw Ogubike, Director of Information and Public Relations of the Ministry, Dr. Matawalle expressed his appreciation for Governor Abiodun’s unwavering support for the Nigerian Armed Forces, noting that the donation reflects a strong commitment to the country’s security and development.
He emphasized that this gesture not only provides a strategic boost to the Nigerian Navy but also strengthens national security infrastructure in the South-West region.
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The statement added that Dr. Matawalle called on other state governments to emulate Ogun State’s example by collaborating with and supporting the Armed Forces in their efforts to combat insecurity, ensuring Nigeria remains a safe nation for all.
Dr. Matawalle reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to working with state governments and other stakeholders to enhance the effectiveness of the Armed Forces in maintaining peace and security across the country.
The land, located within the Olokola Free Trade Zone in Ogun State along the Bight of Benin, will serve as a Forward Operating Base (FOB) for the Navy, significantly enhancing its operational capabilities in the region.
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