Governor of Gombe state, Inuwa Yahaya has commended the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) for its role in improving security in the state.
Gatekeepers News reports that Yahaya did this during Nigerian Air Force Base Socio-Cultural Activities (BASA 2024) held at the 109 NAF Combat Reconnaissance Group, in Lawanti community of Akko local government area (LGA) of the state.
The Governor who was represented by Col. Abdullahi Bello (rtd), commissioner for internal security and Home Affairs, said his administration in synergy with security agencies had done a lot towards sustaining peace and security in the state.
He said, “The 109 Combat Renaissance Group, NAF Gombe has been doing well in providing support towards the improvement of the security structure in the state.”
Governor Yahaya promised that his administration will continue to support NAF and other security agencies towards improving security in the state.
He said, “We are all aware of what we have been doing regarding developmental projects and infrastructure.”
“I wish to assure everybody that the state government is committed to the security of the entire state and that is going to be strengthened in this new year.”
The Governor congratulated NAF for hosting the second edition of BASA cultural activity in the state, noting that it is vital in promoting peaceful coexistence of NAF personnel with host community.
District head of Lawanti community, Alhaji Bello Hassan also commended NAF for their contributions towards ensuring peace and security in the state.
He expressed joy over the improved relations between the service personnel and the host community, adding that they were pleased with NAF’s presence in their domain.
Commander of the 109 CRG, Wing Commander Maxine Mokelu said the 2024 BASA highlighted the significance of Nigeria’s rich cultural heritage and traditions.
Mokelu noted that the 2024 BASA was unique as it featured the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar’s parley with NAF veterans.
He said that the initiative of the current NAF administration in engaging veterans was aimed at fostering deeper connections between NAF personnel and veterans.
The commander said, “The parley provided a platform to engage with these our living heroes and appreciate their invaluable contributions while also serving as an opportunity for further interactions in the diverse areas discussed during that event.”
Commending the state government for its support of the service, Mokelu hailed the existing synergy among security agencies in ensuring favourable security situation in the state.
