IBADAN- The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, has reassured troops of 2 Division Nigerian Army, of his support in making sure they are not left alone in the fight to maintain the unity of Nigeria.
The 2 Division Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, Charles Ekeocha made this known in a statement made available to newsmen on Tuesday in Ibadan.
Lagbaja, who was represented by the Commander, Corps of Signal, Maj.-Gen. Gbeminga Adesina, said this during the Luncheon organised at Major Gen J.M. Inienger Sports Complex 2 Division, Ibadan on Monday.
He further stated that the entire nation stood with the troops, supporting them in every step to defeat all adversaries and having a peaceful Nigeria.
The General Officer Commanding (GOC) 2 Division Nigerian Army, Maj.-Gen. Bamidele Alabi, said the Armed Forces of Nigeria was the custodian of the country’s unity.
Bamidele urged troops to avoid distractions and focus on carrying out their duties to ensure a peaceful and stable Nigeria.
Highlights of the event included a musical interlude from the 2 Division Band, presentation of souvenir and group photograph.(NAN)
