The Nigerian Army has operationalised three new military formations in Kebbi State as part of efforts to strengthen security operations and tackle banditry in the North-West. The formations are the 28 Armoured Brigade and Garrison in Birnin Kebbi, the 281 Tank Battalion in Yauri and the 381 Artillery Regiment in Kaoje. The operationalisation is part of the Army’s broader effort to expand its presence, improve command and control and strengthen its ability to respond to security threats. Speaking during the exercise, the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, said the establishment of the formations was aimed at improving the Army’s operational footprint and response time across the region. The Army leadership also charged personnel to maintain discipline and professionalism while working with other security agencies and local stakeholders. The 28 Armoured Brigade is expected to play a role in operations against banditry and other criminal activities, particularly in vulnerable communities across Kebbi and neighbouring areas. The 281 Tank Battalion in Yauri and the 381 Artillery Regiment in Kaoje are also expected to strengthen military capabilities in different parts of the state. The Kebbi State Government welcomed the development, describing the increased military presence as an important step in addressing security challenges. State Commissioner for Information and Culture Yakubu Ahmed said the new formations would help strengthen counter-insurgency and combat operations across the state. The development comes as security challenges continue to affect parts of the North-West, with bandit attacks, kidnappings and other criminal activities remaining concerns for communities. The Army leadership has urged residents to cooperate with security agencies by providing credible information about the movements and activities of criminal groups. Authorities also appealed to young people to stay away from criminal activities and urged communities to support efforts aimed at restoring peace. The new military formations are expected to become part of ongoing security operations across Kebbi and the wider North-West region.
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