- Announces N20m donation to enhance educational facilities and support teacher deployment
His Excellency Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State expressed profound admiration for the unwavering commitment and resilience demonstrated by the officers and personnel of the Nigerian Army in their collective pursuit of national security and the promotion of peaceful coexistence. Governor Sule conveyed these sentiments while delivering a keynote address as the distinguished guest at the West African Social Activities (WASA) event for the year 2024, held at the 4 Special Forces Fitness/Sports Centre, Doma Barracks, in the Doma Local Government Area on Saturday.
Governor Sule emphasized the significance of occasions such as WASA in recognizing the invaluable contributions of security agencies to maintaining law and order, underscoring the noteworthy role played by the Nigerian Army in various peacekeeping endeavors globally, resulting in commendable triumphs documented both domestically and internationally. Despite encountering formidable challenges throughout the preceding year, Governor Sule lauded the collective resolve and sacrifices of the armed forces, in tandem with allied security bodies, which facilitated significant advancements, particularly in the North Central region, thus fostering notable achievements within Nasarawa State and nationwide.
Acknowledging the sacrifices made by gallant officers who paid the ultimate price in service to the nation, Governor Sule extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, recognizing their immeasurable contributions to national security. He urged the continuation of the current momentum, emphasizing the imperative of fostering peaceful and harmonious coexistence among diverse ethnicities within Nasarawa State and across the nation.
Governor Sule highlighted the WASA celebration as a pivotal platform for fostering camaraderie among military personnel and their families, fostering a spirit of unity and solidarity among troops. He expressed optimism that the event would reinforce bonds of cohesion and serve as a catalyst for effective leadership, national unity, and the preservation of peace and security across the regiment and the nation as a whole.
In a demonstration of the state’s unwavering support, Governor Sule announced a generous donation of twenty million naira on behalf of the government and people of Nasarawa State. Additionally, he pledged to furnish and deploy newly recruited teachers to army children and command secondary schools situated within the Doma barracks, emphasizing the pivotal role of education in nurturing the future generations within the military community and beyond.
In his welcome address, Major General Hilary Nzan, Commander of the Nigerian Army 4 Special Forces Command, Doma, reflected on the historical significance of the WASA tradition, tracing its roots to colonial times. He underscored the evolution of WASA as a cherished forum for officers and soldiers to unwind and celebrate following a year of dedicated regimental service, fostering cultural exchange and camaraderie among military personnel. Major General Nzan expressed gratitude to the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, for his steadfast commitment to promoting a highly motivated force through sound administrative practices, thus upholding the core tenets of military excellence and esprit de corps.
