Ondo state Acting governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa has called for synergy between the Nigerian Army and sister security agencies, especially the Western Nigeria security network (Amotekun Corp) established by south-west governors to stem security challenges in the state and within the region. He made this known while at the opening of the Nigerian Army, combat support Arms Training Week, held in Akure, Ondo State.
In his address, the Acting Governor commended the selfless service and unwavering support of the Army to the peace being witnessed in Ondo state. He admonished them to adopt a new security system for operational efficiency.
The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja said the army was restrategizing for a brainstorming session on contemporary security challenges, to improve the capability of various support elements to combat insurgency bedevilling the country.
He said that the gathering would enhance conversations between service Chiefs and Retired Generals on ways to adopt Technology through research and development support to enhance the security measures of the country.
He promised that the Nigerian Army would be transformed to adopt indigenous innovations to address security challenges.
Earlier in his welcome address, the commander of corp Artillery, General MG Kagye said that the insecurity requires deliberate efforts by combat support Arms to enhance security measures for a safe environment.
He appreciated Nigerians for intelligence-gathering support to the Army.
