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Gov Radda Hails Troops’ Gallantry, Seeks for New Army Unit in Katsina

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October 8, 2025
Governor Umar Dikko Radda and Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant-General Olufemi Oluyede, at Army Headquarters, Abuja.
Governor Umar Dikko Radda and Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant-General Olufemi Oluyede, at Army Headquarters, Abuja.

Gov Radda Hails Troops’ Gallantry, Seeks for New Army Unit in Katsina

Governor Umar Dikko Radda of Katsina State has hailed the gallantry and sacrifices of Nigerian Army personnel deployed to the state and called for the establishment of an additional army unit to bolster security operations.

 

Radda made the appeal on Wednesday during a courtesy visit to the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant-General Olufemi Oluyede, at Army Headquarters, Abuja.

 

A statement by Lieutenant Colonel Appolonia Anele, Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Army Headquarters today in Abuja.

 

 “The remarkable achievements recorded in Katsina’s security landscape are products of the Nigerian Army’s unwavering commitment and sacrifice,” the Governor said, commending the troops for restoring confidence to communities once plagued by bandit attacks.

 

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He thanked the COAS for his operational engagement in the state, noting that recent visits by the Army leadership had boosted troop morale and sharpened operational focus.

 

Radda said his administration is ready to work with the Army to establish an additional formation in Katsina to improve response times and reinforce security architecture across the state.

The Governor also praised the synergy between the Katsina Community Watch Corps and the Nigerian Army, describing the partnership as a model of effective civil-military cooperation that should be deepened to defeat criminal elements.

 

Responding, Lt-Gen Oluyede thanked Governor Radda for the visit and the state’s continued support for military operations. He pledged that the Army would sustain its operational momentum and make the necessary sacrifices to ensure lasting peace in Katsina and the wider North-West region.

“The Nigerian Army remains steadfast in its commitment to protecting law-abiding citizens, defending communities, and creating a secure environment for development,” the COAS said.

 

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