Nwifuru: Establishment of Army Depot Amasiri Strategic Boost to National Security
Linus Aleke in Abuja
Ebonyi State Governor, Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru, has described the establishment of the Nigerian Army Depot, Amasiri-Edda, as a strategic boost to national security, saying it would strengthen regional stability, enhance military capacity and stimulate socio-economic development in the South-East.
According to a statement by the Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Appolonia Anele, the governor made the remarks while receiving the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, on a courtesy visit.
He stressed the need for sustained collaboration between the Nigerian Army and the Ebonyi State Government to consolidate peace, enhance security and promote national development.
