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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
Army, DSS arrest notorious cultist, gunrunner in Cross River, recover weapons
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 13 Brigade, in collaboration with the Department of State Services (DSS), have arrested a suspected cultist and gunrunner during a raid operation in Ikom Local Government Area of Cross River State.
Security sources said the operation was carried out at about 1:10 a.m. on April 3 along Effangha Spring Road in Ikom.
The sources disclosed that the suspect, who hails from Khana Local Government Area of Rivers State, was apprehended during the coordinated raid.
According to the sources, troops recovered one revolver pistol, one sword, two laptops, four mobile phones, one digital camera, one wristwatch, three identity cards, and a sack of garri allegedly used to conceal the weapon.
The suspect and recovered items have since been handed over to the DSS for further investigation and possible prosecution.
Security authorities said the operation is part of ongoing efforts to curb cult-related violence and illegal arms circulation in the South-South region.
Army, DSS arrest notorious cultist, gunrunner in Cross River, recover weapons
Military airstrikes eliminate scores of ISWAP terrorists in Borno operations
By: Zagazola Makama
Precision air interdiction missions conducted by the Nigerian Air Force component of Operation HADIN KAI have eliminated scores of ISWAP terrorists in separate coordinated strikes at Kangarwa and Ali Jilamari areas of the Northern Tumbuns in Borno State.
Military sources told Zagazola Makama that the operations were executed on April 1, following credible intelligence and confirmatory Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions.
The source said the first strike was carried out at about 12:05 p.m. on ISWAP enclaves in Kangarwa, a known terrorist stronghold, after ISR conducted on March 27 confirmed mass movement of fighters within the location.
According to him, airborne surveillance identified multiple terrorists operating around and inside structures within the enclave before precision munitions were delivered in successive attack passes.
He said the targeted structures were completely destroyed, with scores terrorists neutralised in the strike, while others scampered for safety in different direction.
In a separate operation at about 4:45 p.m. the same day, the air component conducted another interdiction mission at Ali Jilamari, described as a newly established terrorist hideout in the Northern Tumbuns.
The source said the mission followed credible human intelligence and ISR confirmation, which revealed active terrorist logistics hubs and structures within the area.
He added that the air platforms engaged the targets with precision strikes, destroying identified structures and logistics hubs while eliminating additional terrorists.
The source described the operations as part of sustained air offensives aimed at degrading terrorist capabilities and denying them freedom of movement in the Lake Chad Basin.
Military airstrikes eliminate scores of ISWAP terrorists in Borno operations
Army troops recover 75,000 litres of stolen crude oil in bonny, River state
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Joint Task Force, Operation Delta Safe (OPDS), have recovered about 75,000 litres of stolen crude oil in Bonny Local Government Area of Rivers State.
Sources told Zagazola that troops of the 146 Battalion (Maritime) discovered a wooden boat anchored around the Lady B creeks, loaded with the crude oil suspected to have been illegally bunkered.
The recovered items were handled in accordance with the directives of OPDS, the statement added.
Military authorities reiterated their commitment to combating oil theft and illegal bunkering in the Niger Delta, urging residents and stakeholders to cooperate with security agencies to protect national resources.
Army troops recover 75,000 litres of stolen crude oil in bonny, River state
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