GOC 82 Division Visits Soludo, Assures Of Improved Security In Anambra State… 

The Nigerian Army has assured of improved security in Anambra State.

General Officer Commanding 82 Division of the Nigerian Army, Major General Hassan Taiwo Dada, gave the assurance when he paid a courtesy visit to Governor Chukwuma Soludo at the Governor’s Lodge, Amawbia.

The GOC said the visit was to discuss potential collaboration on the security front, and to strengthen the synergy between the Army and civil administration.

During the meeting, Major General Dada discussed several issues relating to security in the region, and the need to continue to tackle the menace posed by insecurity.

The GOC emphasized the importance of close coordination between the Army and civil administration to ensure peace and security.

While commending the efforts of the state government in securing the state, he assured the Governor of extended support and assistance in handling security challenges that may arise in the future.

Responding, Governor Soludo commended the Army’s efforts in maintaining peace and stability in the region.

The Governor described Major General Dada as a round peg in a round hole, judging by his education, training and professional experience in all ramifications.

He stated that many of the security personnel have paid the supreme sacrifice during what he described as the peculiar self-inflicted insurgency in the region, and reiterated the call on Anambra youths to take advantage of the many empowerment programes of his government.

He stated that the Army and other security agencies have been vital partners in the development of the state, and extolled the valuable role they play in maintaining law and order.

The 82 Division of the Nigerian Army includes South Eastern states and Cross River State.

Major General Hassan Taiwo Dada assumed the role of GOC 82 Division on the twelfth of July, 2023.

The Chief of Staff to the Governor, Mr. Ernest Ezeajughi, Special Adviser to the Governor on Security Matters, Retired Air Vice Marshal Ben Chiobi, Special Adviser to the Governor on Political Matters, Dr. Alex Obigbolu, Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr. Christian Aburime, among others, attended the event.