Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has pledged the state government’s continued support for the Nigerian Army and other security agencies to protect critical assets and infrastructure from criminals and vandals.
Governor Fubara made the commitment when the newly appointed General Officer Commanding, 6 Division, Nigerian Army, Major General Everest Okoro, paid a courtesy visit to him at Government House, Port Harcourt.
The governor said the prevailing security challenges require a collective response, stressing that the state government would strengthen its partnership with the Army, Nigerian Navy, Air Force and other security agencies to protect the state’s assets.
He described the relationship between the Rivers State Government and the Nigerian Army as longstanding, noting that the military had consistently provided support during critical periods.
Governor Fubara also commended the Chief of Army Staff for choosing Rivers State to host the recent Nigerian Army Day celebration, describing the event as an indication of the Army’s appreciation of its partnership with the state.
The governor said the event also showcased the relative peace and unity in Rivers State, stressing that the achievement could not be discussed without acknowledging the contributions of the Nigerian Army and other sister security agencies.
He welcomed the new GOC to Rivers State and assured him of the government’s support, while urging him to make the protection of the state a priority, describing Rivers as the home base of the 6 Division.
Speaking earlier, the GOC, Major General Everest Okoro, expressed appreciation to Governor Fubara for the support extended to the Nigerian Army, particularly during the recent Nigerian Army Day celebration in Port Harcourt.
He said the Chief of Army Staff had asked him to convey his appreciation to the governor for the support enjoyed by the Army during the event.
The GOC explained that since assuming command, he had embarked on a familiarisation tour of military formations and units across the four states within the Division’s area of responsibility, including Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa and Delta.
He described Rivers State as strategically important to the Niger Delta and the country because of its population, oil and gas resources, and critical national infrastructure.
The Army commander identified pipeline vandalism, cult-related violence and other crimes as emerging security threats, saying they require sustained vigilance, timely intelligence and closer collaboration between security agencies, government and communities.
He pledged that the Division under his command would maintain professionalism, protect lives and property, safeguard critical national infrastructure and support civil authorities.
The GOC also called for enhanced information and intelligence sharing and stronger community engagement to consolidate the prevailing peace and create an environment conducive to development and prosperity.
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