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3 DIVISION NIGERIAN ARMY REWARDS OUTSTANDING SOLDIERS WITH ELECTRIC MOTORCYCLES
3 DIVISION NIGERIAN ARMY REWARDS OUTSTANDING SOLDIERS WITH ELECTRIC MOTORCYCLES
By: Aliyu Danja
As part of ongoing efforts to recognize and reward exceptional service, the Headquarters 3 Division of the Nigerian Army has presented electric motorcycles to outstanding soldiers. The ceremony was held on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at Maxwell Khobe Cantonment, Jos, with the General Officer Commanding (GOC) and Commander of Operation SAFE HAVEN (OPSH), Major General AE Abubakar, presiding over the event.
Major General Abubakar emphasized that this initiative aligns with the vision of the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General OO Oloyede, to prioritize sound administration and the welfare of troops. He highlighted that the program builds on a precedent set in 2022 under the leadership of the former GOC, Major General AB Ibrahim.
The GOC explained that the distribution of electric motorcycles reflects the Division’s dual commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and promoting environmental sustainability. These motorcycles, capable of reaching speeds of up to 40 kilometers per hour and traveling a distance of 100 kilometers on a full two-hour charge, provide an eco-friendly alternative to traditional fossil fuel-powered vehicles. The initiative aims to reduce transportation costs for personnel, especially within Maxwell Khobe Cantonment, and to contribute to Nigeria’s broader environmental goals.
To support the program, a dedicated charging facility has been established at the Headquarters, ensuring convenience for personnel using the motorcycles. In addition to this initiative, the Division has recently benefited from other welfare-enhancing projects initiated by Army Headquarters. These include the renovation and construction of accommodations and office complexes, as well as the provision of essential resources to support personnel in their duties.
The GOC assured that recognizing and rewarding excellence has been institutionalized within the Division, with plans to continue the initiative in phases. Soldiers are encouraged to remain committed to excellence, as hard work and dedication will always be acknowledged.
The ceremony concluded with the presentation of keys to the beneficiaries and a group photograph to mark the occasion.
3 DIVISION NIGERIAN ARMY REWARDS OUTSTANDING SOLDIERS WITH ELECTRIC MOTORCYCLES
Troops neutralise armed militia in Plateau after failed escape attempt
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 3 Division/Joint Task Force Operation ENDURING PEACE (OPEP) have neutralised an armed militia in Plateau State after he attempted to disarm a soldier during an operation.
Zagazola gathered that the incident occurred on Sept. 5 during a follow-up operation to a hideout in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area.
A day earlier, on Sept. 4, troops had arrested the militia at Kaskra with an AK-47 rifle and 11 rounds of 7.62 mm (Special) ammunition. During interrogation, the suspect confessed to involvement in several criminal activities within Barkin Ladi and volunteered to lead troops to the hideout of his cohorts to recover weapons.
Sources said that while the search was ongoing at the hideout, the militia made a desperate attempt to snatch a soldier’s rifle in order to escape.
“He was swiftly overpowered and neutralised by the troops in the process,” one of the sources said.
The remains of the deceased suspect were deposited at a hospital morgue, while follow-up operations are ongoing to apprehend his accomplices and recover more weapons.
The sources reaffirmed military’s commitment to sustain the momentum against armed militias and other criminal elements in Plateau, stressing that no effort would be spared in restoring peace and stability across the Joint Operations Area.
Troops neutralise armed militia in Plateau after failed escape attempt
Troops arrest terrorist informants, logistics suppliers in Sokoto
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA have arrested two suspected terrorist informants and logistics suppliers in Gudu Local Government Area of Sokoto State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspects were apprehended on Sept. 4 during a fighting patrol to Yaka village by a quick response team.
The suspects, according to the source, are in troop custody for further investigation and action.
Troops arrest terrorist informants, logistics suppliers in Sokoto
Troops repel Boko Haram/ISWAP attack in Gajigana, Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have repelled an attack by ISWAP terrorists on their Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Gajigana, Nganzai Local Government Area of Borno.
Zagazola Makama reports that the attack occurred at about 11:55 p.m. on Tuesday.
A reinforcement team joined the operation and engaged the insurgents in a clearance operation.
Sources told Zagazola that one Wednesday that several terrorists were killed while one soldier paid the supreme price in action, while another sustained injuries.
The injured personnel has since been evacuated for medical attention, while the remains of the fallen hero were moved to the 7 Division Military Morgue in Maiduguri.
Items recovered from the terrorists during exploitation include AK-47 rifle, a magazine loaded with 25 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, two Baofeng radios, and belted ammunition for a machine gun.
The sources added that the terrorists, who withdrew in disarray, were believed to have suffered several casualties, though the exact figure was not confirmed.
They explained that the general security situation in the area remains calm but unpredictable.
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