Politics
Isoko South LG Chairman Welcomes Establishment…
The Chairman of Isoko South Local Government Council of Delta State, Warri Friday, has welcomed the establishment of the army’s 246 Recce Battalion in Oleh, describing the development as a major boost to security and the protection of critical oil and gas assets in the area.
Key Highlights
- Isoko South LGA Chairman Warri Friday welcomed the establishment of the Army’s 246 Recce Battalion in Oleh.
- He said the battalion will strengthen security and protect critical oil and gas assets in the area.
- The new unit is expected to improve the Army’s response time to security threats.
- Friday pledged the council’s support for the battalion’s effective operation and permanent establishment.
- Army delegation led by Brigadier General Chibueze Ogbuabo visited the council chairman to assess the new unit’s progress.
Friday made the statement when a delegation from the Army Headquarters, Abuja, led by Brigadier General Chibueze Ogbuabo, paid him a courtesy visit.
The local government chairman expressed delight over the decision to establish the army unit in Oleh, stressing that the presence of the battalion would significantly strengthen security operations and improve the army’s response time to security threats across the area.
According to him, Isoko remains strategically important to Nigeria’s economy, particularly because of its significant contribution to the nation’s oil and gas industry and the presence of other critical national assets that require adequate protection.
Read also:
“We in Isoko South are happy to have this battalion. With the creation of this battalion, we are safer,” Friday said.
He further assured the army delegation of the local government’s readiness to support the establishment and effective operation of the battalion, including efforts toward securing its permanent site.
Earlier, Brigadier General Chibueze Ogbuabo said his visit is to inspect and assess the activities and progress of the newly established unit.
He commended the local government for its support and appealed to the chairman to facilitate the issuance of the permanent Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) for the army’s proposed permanent site, located between Oleh and Ozoro.
The site, he explained, is expected to serve as an important operational base for the battalion and cover a wider area of operation.
The development is expected to further strengthen security collaboration between the army and the Isoko South Local Government Council, while enhancing the protection of lives, communities and strategic economic assets within the region.
“Any Algorithm Can Calculate, But It Cannot Care” — NMCN Registrar Warns Nurses Against Overreliance On AI
2027: ‘Peter Obi’s Logic Is Short-Term Turnover Unlike Tinubu Who Thinks Of Next Generation’ – Oshiomhole
‘Politics is expensive everywhere’ – Wike replies critics over high billboard cost in Abuja
‘He’s closest to Lionel Messi’ – Rashford names player to win more Ballons d’Or than Cristiano Ronaldo
“Not To Own It, But To Give It Another Chance At Life” — Foreigner Rescues Sea Turtle From Lagos Sellers As NESREA Faces Enforcement Questions
“Courts Must Guard Their Independence, Impartiality And Integrity” — NDC Warns After Atiku’s Candidacy Is Nullified
Power Outage: Tegbe assures Nigerians of swift restoration as electricity disruptions hit Lagos, Abuja
Jesus de Miguel’s death: ‘He’d never intentionally hurt anyone’ – Owono’s team-mate defends goalkeeper
Investigate hijab controversy in Nigerian law schools immediately- MURIC to Council of Legal Education
“Leadership Must Emerge Through Lawful Process, Not Imposition” — Bala Gombe Commends Justice Lifu Over ADC Judgment
2027 not war, shun thuggery- Fintiri tells youths
Release graduates’ results or risk youths being used as political thugs- Oye residents warn FUOYE
Kaduna NBA chairman loses daughter
Rivers: ‘You Did Not Campaign, Nobody Will Vote For You” – Wike Mocks Amaechi
Tinubu to Niger Republic leader: Nigeria stands with you
EPL: Okafor on target as Leeds halt Tottenham’s winning streak
Turkey: Galatasaray no longer dependent on Osimhen – Küçük
‘Atiku Is Intellectually Malnourished’- Shettima Fires Opposition Candidates
MILITARY, VIGILANTES ENGAGE OVER 100 SUSPECTED TERRORISTS IN MARIGA FOREST
Garba commends Governor Yusuf for appointing Bature Kano Information Commissioner
Politics7 days agoOver 200 Boko Haram Terrorists Are Moving To Attack Military Camp In Buni Yadi As Rockets Target Troops; IED Threat Raises Travel Concerns
- Metro7 days ago
“Publishing His Name Is Subject To The Final Outcome Of A Court Order” — INEC Leaves Gwarzo Off Updated Kano Governorship List
- Metro7 days ago
“The Election Must Hold As Scheduled” — INEC Chairman Rules Out Postponement Of 2027 General Elections
- Metro7 days ago
“Ebola Outbreak Is Not Yet Under Control” — Africa CDC Warns As Confirmed Cases Exceed 10,200, Death Toll Surpasses 5,000
- Metro7 days ago
“Sowore’s Whereabouts Remain Unknown” — Armed Men Allegedly Abduct AAC Presidential Candidate In Ado-Ekiti, Damage Vehicles And Restaurant
- Metro6 days ago
“They Beat Me Like A Criminal” — Sowore Recounts Ekiti Attack As Govt Denies Involvement, Calls For Police Investigation
- Metro7 days ago
“21 Exotic Vehicles Affected, No Life Lost” — LASEMA Confirms Lagos Mechanic Workshop Fire, Averts Disaster At Nearby Filling Station
- Metro7 days ago
“We Know What They Did And How They Did It, But I Don’t Know Why” — INEC Reveals Findings On AI-Generated Photos In Voters’ Register
