Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi has commended the Nigerian Army for establishing the 262 Tank Battalion in the Gumel area of the State, describing it as a major step towards strengthening security across the state and along Nigeria’s border communities.
This was disclosed by the State Commissioner for Information, Youths, Sports and Culture, Sagir Musa, while briefing journalists on the outcome of the State Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Namadi on Tuesday at the Government House, Dutse, the Jigawa State capital.
According to the commissioner, the council described the development as a significant milestone.
“The Council commended the Nigerian Army for the establishment of the 262 Tank Battalion in Jigawa, describing the development as a significant milestone in strengthening security across the state and the nation’s border communities,” Musa said.
He explained that the battalion would improve military presence in the northern part of the state.
“The Council
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