COAS Activates 28 Armoured Brigade, Other Formations In Kebbi
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has formally operationalised the 28 Armoured Brigade and Garrison in Birnin Kebbi, alongside the 281 Tank Battalion in Yauri and 381 Artillery Regiment in Kaoje, as part of efforts to strengthen security across Kebbi State.
The operationalisation was carried out on behalf of the COAS by the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 8 Division, Nigerian Army, and Commander, Sector 2, Joint Task Force (North-West), Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Major General Bemgba Paul Koughna.
Major General Koughna said the establishment of the new formations was in line with the Nigerian Army’s efforts to optimise its force structure, expand its operational footprint, strengthen command and control, and improve response time to security threats across the North-West.
He charged the Acting Commander of 28 Brigade, Colonel Abdullahi Umar, to ensure that the formation provides effective fire support and contributes to ongoing operations within the Division’s area of responsibility.
The GOC also tasked troops with maintaining discipline, tactical focus and professionalism while working closely with other security agencies to address threats posed by criminal elements and other security challenges in the state.
He stressed the importance of strict adherence to the Rules of Engagement and urged personnel to protect law-abiding citizens while carrying out their constitutional responsibilities.
Major General Koughna also commiserated with residents of Jandutse community following the recent death of a resident in a bandit attack.
He assured the community of increased military presence to enhance the safety and security of residents.
The people of Jandutse appreciated the GOC for the Nigerian Army’s continued efforts to improve security in the community and across Kebbi State.
