A Nigerian Army battalion has begun operations in Omu-Aran, headquarters of Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, as part of efforts to strengthen security in the southern part of the state.
The Omu-Aran Development Association (ODA) disclosed this in a statement issued by its Public Relations Officer, Lateef Oladipo, following the commencement of operations by the troops.
The battalion is commanded by Kehinde Ajose and operates under the 22 Armoured Brigade, Sobi, commanded by Brigadier-General Nicolas Rume.
Mr Rume said the deployment was approved by President Bola Tinubu to strengthen security and protect lives and property across Kwara South.
“The military personnel are in the area to stabilise the security situation, enhance peace and security, and decisively tackle criminal activities across Kwara South,” he said.
