From Noah Ebije, Kaduna
Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to support security operations in the state to achieve lasting peace and sustainable development.
The Governor, who commended the collaborative efforts of security agencies in the state, urged them to “remain vigilant and sustain the onslaught against bad elements.”
Governor Uba Sani made these remarks during the 2024 Base Socio-Cultural activities held at the Nigerian Airforce Base in Kaduna on Saturday, where he was the Special Guest of Honour.
Speaking at the event, the Governor particularly commended the Nigerian Airforce personnel for executing military operations in the North West geopolitical zone and for maintaining very cordial civilian-military relations with residents.
He highlighted the vital role of cultural diversity in the country and praised the Airforce for promoting national values and unity through celebrations. He added that the gathering demonstrated the strong bond between the Government and security agencies in Kaduna State.
According to the Governor, “the Base Socio-Cultural activities is a platform for fostering comradeship amongst personnel and celebrating our diversity as the cultural performances showcased Nigeria’s rich heritage.”
The Governor, who was represented by the Commissioner of Internal Security and Home Affairs, Dr James Kanyip, praised the organisers of the event for highlighting the nation’s unity in diversity.
Senior military officers that graced the occasion included the Air Officer Commanding Air Training Command, AVM Abubakar Abdullahi, and the General Officer Commanding 1st Mechanized Division of the Nigerian Army, Major General Mayirenso Saraso.
The Emir of Zazzau, Ambassador Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli, and other distinguished personalities were also present at the event.