Kwara monarch, residents commend Tinubu, AbdulRazaq over new army battalion in Omu-Aran

Traditional rulers, officials and residents of Irepodun LGA in Kwara state have commended President Bola Tinubu and AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, the state governor, for the establishment of a new army battalion in Omu-Aran.

They said the deployment would strengthen security in Kwara south and the state at large.

Speaking at a welcome ceremony for the troops, AbdulRaheem Adeoti, Olomu of Omu-Aran, said the community was pleased with the establishment of the battalion under the command of Kehinde Avoseh, a lieutenant colonel. 

“I want to assure you that our support, especially in terms of the welfare of the battalion, will be 100 per cent, by the grace of God. You will enjoy your stay in Omu-Aran,” Adeoti said.

“We are together by the grace of God.

“The Lord who has brought us together has done so in peace, and we pray that this development will continue to bring blessings, security and progress to our communities.”

Adeoti also appreciated the military authorities for ensuring that the location of the battalion was not changed.

The ceremony was attended by traditional rulers and community leaders, including the Alara of Aran-Orin, Alaran of Arandun and Oloko of Oko-Irese, among others.

Abdulazeez Yakub, executive chairman of Irepodun LGA, appreciated the federal and Kwara state governments for establishing the battalion.

Yakub assured the army of the council’s full cooperation and support in carrying out its duties.

Niyi Adeyeye, president of the Omu-Aran Development Association, said the deployment would strengthen security in Omu-Aran and Kwara south.

Nicholas Rume, commander of 22 armoured brigade, thanked residents for their support and warm reception, saying the deployment was part of the federal government’s efforts to expand the army’s operational capacity.

He said the deployment is part of Tinubu’s efforts to strengthen security in Kwara.

In February, Tinubu ordered the deployment of an army battalion to Kaiama LGA following a deadly attack by suspected terrorists on Nuku and Woro communities.