Sokoto state government has reiterated it’s readiness to partner with security agencies for the sustenance of peace in the state.
Governor of the state, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal gave the assurance when the new GOC 8th Division of the Nigerian Army Sokoto, Major General Jide Ogunlade paid him a courtesy visit at government house Sokoto.
The governor praised the existing synergy between security agencies working in the state, while urging them to sustain the momentum for the sustainance of peace and stability in the state.
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Tambuwal assured the security agencies in the state of the unflinching support of the state government, traditional institutions and religious leaders for the success of their various assignments.
He thanked the Chief of Army Staff for the strategic posting of the GOC to the division in Sokoto the area where he is familiar with and wishes him success in his new assignment.
Earlier in his remarks, the GOC 8th division of the Nigerian Army, Major General Jide Ogunlade reaffirmed his commitment to work hard with a view to ensure the return of lasting peace to the state.
He, therefore, expressed gratitude to the state government for it’s numerous assistance to the division which helped it to settle Dawn
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