By Muhammad Ibrahim, Sokoto
The Sokoto state Governor, Dr Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto has re assured his administration’s readiness to support Security agencies to tackle armed banditry in the State.
He gave this indication while bidding farewell to the outgoing Garrison Commander 8 division Nigeria Army Sokoto, Brigadier General Taye Ahmed.
Dr Aliyu described the role of security operatives in tackling banditary as critical to achieving prosperous State.
He added that his administration will leave no stone unturned in providing the necessary support to Security agencies in order to safeguard people of the state.
He extolled the contributions of the outgoing Garison Commander in the fight against armed Bandits, and charged the incoming Commander to mentain the tempo, assuring him of all the needed support and assistance.
Earlier, the outgoing Commander 8 division Nigeria Army Sokoto, Brigadier General Taye Ahmed, commended Governor Aliyu for the support to the military towards ensuring a secured sokoto State.
The incoming Garrison Command Brigadier General Alexander Tawasimi vowed to sustain the fight against Banditry in the state.
General Alexander further promised to work deligently with a view to achieving a peaceful state.
Highlight of the farewell visit was the presentation of Sovenier to the outgoing Garrison Commander General Taye Ahmed.
