Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has lauded the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) for its crucial contributions to security operations in the Northwest region.
During a visit to the Nigerian Air Force Component of Operation Fansan Yamma in Katsina State, Governor Radda expressed his appreciation for the Air Force’s efforts in combating insecurity.
“I visited the base to appreciate the Nigerian Air Force for all the successes achieved in the fight against banditry not only in Katsina State but the entire northwest,” Governor Radda stated.
The governor acknowledged the sacrifices made by NAF personnel. “I recognised the courage, determination and sacrifices being made by the officers and men of the Nigerian Air Force. I also acknowledged the leading role that the NAF is playing for other security agencies to have favourable ground to operate, especially as many of the bandits’ enclaves are difficult to reach by the ground forces,” he emphasised.
Governor Radda, who also serves as the Chairman of the Northwest Governors’ Forum, conveyed a powerful testament from the bandits themselves.
“The governor… testified to the bandits testimonies that the only thing they fear is the aircraft, which shows that the air operations are very successful in the fight against banditry.”
He also expressed satisfaction with the developments at the base. “I also expressed my delight at the level of infrastructural developments I noticed during the visit signifying the NAF commitments in making Katsina State safer,” Governor Radda noted.
The governor pledged his administration’s support to the NAF.
“The governor further assured the officers of his administration’s commitment to solving their electricity challenges with a view to creating a favourable atmosphere for them to continue their sacrifices for the nation.”
Responding to the governor’s remarks, the commander of the air component of the operation, Air Commodore Ibrahim Garba Jibia, described the visit as a morale booster.
“This visit is indeed a morale booster to not only the Air Component but to all the men and women at the frontline fighting the various forms of security threats confronting our dear nation,” Air Commodore Jibia stated.
Air Commodore Jibia assured the Governor that the force remains committed to its objectives.
“The Air Commodore Jibia assured that the force remained focused on its mission objectives in line with the command philosophy of the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshall Hassan Bala Abubakar.”
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