Sam Kaye
The Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetogun of Nigeria has received ,280 houses for his personnel from the Governor of Borno State Babagana Zulum.
The houses are coming several months after the last flood which badly affected personnel of the Nigerian police and several other security agencies in the metropolis.
The Governor also distributed 110 brand new operational vehicles and 500 motorcycles to other security agencies.
The distribution was flagged off by the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, who commended the initiative describing the Governor as a “performing governor” in the fight against insecurity in the North East Nigeria.
A break down of the packages handed down by the Governor indicated that
60 vehicles will be allocated to the Nigerian Police while 50 others and 500 motorcycles will go to the Nigerian military.
“The Police will be allocated 220 houses at Mai Mala Buni Estate, 20 at Kashim Shetima Estate and another 40 at Wulari suburbs all around Maiduguri.” He said.
Governor Zulum emphasised the importance of supporting security forces with the necessary tools which, he said, would enhance their efficiency and dedication to duty.
“These vehicles will enhance their mobility, improve their response times, and bolster their operational capabilities in the fight against insecurity and social vices,” Zulum stated.
The Governor commended President Bola Tinubu for his leadership in supporting the security agencies adding that his commitment to rendering his services to the security organisations is never in doubt.
The Governor expressed gratitude to the Federal Government of Nigeria, under the leadership of President Tinubu, for providing strategic leadership and unalloyed support to our security agencies as they work assiduously to safeguard the life and property of our citizens.
He revealed that under his watch, the Borno State Government has maintained a cordial relationship with security forces adding that without security, the recovery of the state from insecurity, Insurgency and decadence would not yield the desired result.
“By supporting our security forces, we are investing in force multiplier, speed of action and timely response of the armed forces and security agencies to our daunting security challenges. We are committed to working together to address the insecurity issues and build a safer and more prosperous future for our people.” he maintained.
The IG expressed gratitude to Governor Zulum for what he described as massive support for the police and entire internal security network in the state.
“These operational assets, including 110 vehicles and 500 motorcycles, will, no doubt, enhance our operational capacity.
“They will enable us to respond more effectively to emergencies in the state. They will also enable us to patrol our communities more efficiently, ultimately improving the delivery of services to the people of Borno State.
“I thank you, your Excellency, once again, for this gesture; I also want to assure you, Your Excellency, that these operational assets are going to be put to immediate operational use to enhance the security of the people of Borno State.” said the IG.(www.krestnews.com).