The Chairman, House of Representatives Committee on Petroleum Resources (Downstream), Hon Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere Ikeagwunu, has expressed confidence in the capability of the Nigerian Army (NA) under the leadership of Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, to stem the tide of security challenges currently experienced in the Country.
According to a statement by the Director, Army Public Relations, Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu, the Chairman stated this on Friday, when he led other members of the committee to the office of the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) on a courtesy visit.
Honourable Ugochinyere commended the COAS for taking the right steps in dealing with emerging security challenges in the effort to ensure peace and stability in the nation.
He registered the preparedness of the Committee to partner with the Nigerian Army in protecting national economic interest and territorial integrity.
He noted with satisfaction, the declaration of NA’s readiness and zeal by the COAS to confront security menace in the troubled parts of the country.
Responding, the COAS appreciated the members for the visit and the confidence in the Nigerian Army’s capability to restore sanity in troubled areas of the country.
General Lagbaja assured members of the committee that all troubled areas have been mapped out and are receiving due attention.
He said the NA will continue to up both its kinetic and non-kinetic operations to keep the country safe and secure.
The Army Chief also conveyed the willingness of the NA under his command to continue to partner with the Legislative Arm of Government, as well as other critical stakeholders to achieve the constitutional responsibilities of the NA.
