The Governor Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Soludo has received the new General Officer commanding Eighty Two Division, Nigerian Army, Enugu, Major General U. T. Musa.
The security chief who is in charge of the five eastern states and Delta state was received by Governor Soludo at the Governor’s Lodge, Amawbia.
Receiving the entourage, Governor Soludo extended his condolences to the Army on the killing of some soldiers at Umunze, describing the security situation in the state as an ongoing war which is being gradually won by the state government.
He explained that his administration’s onslaught on criminals is multidimensional and stated that the Army Chief’s visit is to further promote partnership on security and development.
The Governor assured that his administration is doing every within its power to contain the situation , including motivating vigilante groups to effectively secure the homeland .
He noted that Nigeria is destined to be the biggest black power on earth, emphasizing that the few miscreants cannot be allowed to define and prevail over the nation’s collective will
Earlier, Major General Musa appreciated the Governor for assisting them while expressing optimism that the region and the country at large will be calm,, noting that every fresh attack poses fresh challenges that will be won.
Chief of Staff to the Governor, Mr. Ernest Ezeajughi, Special Adviser to the Governor on Security, and retired AVM Ben Chiobi were present at the meeting which featured presentation of plaque to the Governor.
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