Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff, Taoreed Lagbaja, has inaugurated a 94-bed Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Egbe, Kogi State.
The FOB, donated by a senator, Sunday Karimi, aimed to enhance security in Kogi West.
Mr Lagbaja, while inaugurating the FOB on Saturday in Egbe, commended Mr Karimi’s gesture, stating it would benefit the entire state.
The COAS, who was represented by the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 2 Division, Nigerian Army, Obinna Onubogu, stressed that the FOB was a testament to the vision, dedication and collaborative efforts exhibited by the Kogi West senator.
“Let me express my heartfelt appreciation to you for your tenacity and commitment in spearheading the construction and completion of this strategic facility.
“As chief of Army staff, I make bold to say that through this kind of partnership and shared vision, Nigeria Army is reassured that members of the civil populace appreciate our efforts in curbing insecurity across the nation.
“I’m…