The Nigerian Army has operationalised three new Infantry Battalions in Zamfara State as part of efforts to strengthen security operations and improve rapid response across the state.
In a statement by the Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 1 Brigade Nigerian Army, Gusau, on Tuesday on X, the newly activated units are the 12 Infantry Battalion in Bakura, 23 Infantry Battalion in Kaura Namoda and 28 Infantry Battalion in Anka.
The battalions are expected to expand the Army’s operational coverage and secure their respective Areas of Responsibility.
Speaking during the activation ceremonies, the General Officer Commanding 8 Division Nigerian Army and Commander, Sector 2 Joint Task Force, North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Major General BP Koughna, represented by the Acting Commander, 1 Brigade, Colonel Joseph Umaru, reaffirmed the Army’s commitment to strengthening security operations in the state.
Colonel Umaru said the military would continue to work towards protecting law-abiding citizens, stressing that lasting peace required cooperation among security agencies, traditional institutions and communities.
He called on residents to support security agencies by providing “timely, credible, and actionable intelligence.”
Addressing the newly deployed troops, Umaru charged them to maintain discipline, professionalism and operational vigilance while carrying out their constitutional responsibilities and adhering to established Rules of Engagement.
The traditional rulers in the three locations welcomed the establishment of the new battalions.
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