Fubara reaffirms support for Nigerian Army

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to sustaining collaboration with the Nigerian Army and other security agencies operating in the state, describing the partnership as central to the peace and economic growth recorded in Rivers State.

According to a statement issued on Monday by the Head, Information and Public Relations Unit, Office of the Secretary to the State Government, Juliana Masi, the governor made the assertion on Sunday at a Gala Night held as part of activities marking the 163rd Nigerian Army Day Celebration in Port Harcourt.

Fubara, represented at the event by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr Dagogo Wokoma, stated that the strong partnership between the Rivers State Government and the Nigerian Army’s 6 Division has significantly contributed to improved peace, security and economic growth in the state.

“We sincerely appreciate the Nigerian Army’s relentless efforts in maintaining law and order in Rivers State, creating an environment where residents can live and sleep peacefully,” he said.

The Governor reiterated that security remains the cornerstone of every prosperous society, stressing that peace and stability are indispensable to sustainable development.

He commended the Nigerian Army for its unwavering commitment to safeguarding the nation’s territorial integrity and maintaining peace across the country.

“As everyone knows, security remains the vital foundation of any prosperous society, and a nation sleeps in peace because brave men and women stand awake in its defence,” he said.

Fubara also paid tribute to fallen military personnel, describing their sacrifices as invaluable to Nigeria’s unity and democratic growth.

In his remarks, the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, said the Nigerian Army Day Celebration provides another opportunity to strengthen public support, deepen civil-military relations and execute community development projects across Rivers State.

He disclosed that as part of the celebration, the Army had undertaken several intervention projects, including the renovation of community secondary schools and the provision of solar-powered boreholes to improve the welfare of host communities.

Shaibu emphasised that achieving lasting national security requires the trust, cooperation and active participation of citizens.

He expressed appreciation to the Rivers State Government and its people for their continued support of the Nigerian Army, assuring them of the military’s commitment to both kinetic and non-kinetic operations in addressing security challenges.

“We will continue to collaborate with other security and intelligence agencies, as well as local communities, to provide a secure and enabling environment for socio-economic development.

“I urge all Nigerians to continue to trust the Nigerian Army and remain steadfast in supporting our collective efforts toward ensuring lasting peace, stability, and national development”, he said.