The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru, has commended the 6 Division Nigerian Army (NA) for the great job being done in the Niger Delta Region (NDR), which will help stabilize the economy in the long run for the common good of all Nigerians.
He gave the commendation on Wednesday, during his maiden operational visit to Headquarters, 6 Division Nigerian Army, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
A statement by the Acting Deputy Director of 6 Division Nigerian Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Colonel Danjuma Jonah, said the Minister while commending the NA, particularly the 6 Division told the troops that the country needs their support to increase oil production to 2.3 million barrels per day while admitting that the figures are going up daily and the trajectory needs to be sustained.
He stated that the country has recorded significant achievements in the oil and gas industry, stressing that oil production has increased from 1.4 to 1.7 million barrels per day.
He emphasized that the figures are encouraging and promising for the economy.
While underscoring the essence of his visit to the 6 Division, he maintained that it was essentially to encourage troops and commend the Armed Forces of Nigeria for the selfless service they continue to render to the nation.
“The eulogy goes, most especially to 6 Division, Nigerian Army, for the current drive in combating crude oil theft in the NDR.”
The Defence Minister commended the General Officer Commanding (GOC) for the operational exploits and lauded his efforts in prioritizing troops’ welfare.
He said the newly constructed Commanding Officer, 26 Engineer Support Regiment, and Regimental Sergeant Major official residences he inaugurated were clear indications that the NA is tackling the welfare issues of officers and men.
This, he said, is highly commendable while calling on troops of the Division to redouble their efforts in the ongoing fight against illegal oil bunkering in the region.
He further pointed out that if the current drive is sustained, it will enable Nigeria to meet her expectations of 2.3 million barrels per day, a remarkable feat that he maintained is achievable.
Earlier, the GOC of 6 Division, Major General Jamal Abdussalam welcomed the Minister to the Headquarters and briefed him on the ongoing operations in the Division’s Areas of Responsibility (AOR).
He highlighted the successes recorded in several anti-illegal bunkering operations conducted in the region.
General Abdulssalam reassured the Minister of the Division’s determination to effectively deny oil thieves freedom of action and provide a conducive environment for oil companies to carry out their exploration activities seamlessly.
He further stated that the Division has fully keyed into the COAS’ command philosophy, which prioritizes the administration and welfare of troops.
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