Sule gave the commendation on Saturday at the 2023 West African Social Activities of the Nigerian Army’s 4 Special Forces command in the Doma Local Government Area of the state.
While saluting the courage and gallantly of the personnel of the command, the Governor who was the Special Guest of Honour at the occasion, lauded the Force for maintaining its annual social event, WASA, which is aimed at bringing together officers and their families, to strengthen the existing bonds among different ethnic groups in the military.
The Governor further stated that the event was an opportunity for officers and soldiers to mingle, and revisit their traditions and cultures, adding that it was a pointer to the resolve and determination of the Nigerian Army to create an avenue to socialise with fellow soldiers and families.
He, therefore, assured that his administration would continue to give maximum support to the Nigerian Army in all its operations in the state.
“The 4 Special Forces is a specialised component of the Nigerian Army which is saddled with the responsibility of Air-bound operations, counter-insurgency, counter-terrorism, foreign-internal defence and unconventional warfare among others.
“I am much aware of your operational efforts in the various parts of the states, some of which led to our gallant men paying supreme prices in service to the nation.
“In recognition of your patriotic service, this administration will continue to support the efforts of our security personnel through the provision of security vehicles for surveillance and other support to ensure the protection of lives and property of our citizens,” Governor Sule added.
Earlier in his welcome address, the Commander of the 4 Special Forces command, Doma, Major General Hillary Nzan, explained that WASA was created to take officers and soldiers away from their routine regimental life to an atmosphere, where they can unwind and relax freely with one another and civilians.
While promising to sustain the fight against all forms of crime within the jurisdiction of the command, he reiterated the Nigerian Army’s commitment to continue to remain responsive to the task of defending the country’s territorial integrity.
Our correspondent reports that high points of the event were the presentation of awards of excellence to five officers and soldiers including four males and one female in their various fields, by the command.
Ethnic groups such as Yoruba, Fulani, Igbo, Gwari, Gwandara, and Mada, among others, also featured in dance competitions and other exciting activities.
