The Nigerian Army has activated three new infantry battalions in Zamfara State to expand security coverage in the state.
The new units are the 12 Infantry Battalion in Bakura, the 23 Infantry Battalion in Kaura Namoda and the 28 Infantry Battalion in Anka.
The Army said the deployment is meant to improve rapid response and strengthen operations in the battalions’ areas of responsibility.
Channels Television reported that the General Officer Commanding 8 Division and Commander, Sector 2 Joint Task Force, North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Major General B.P. Koughna, was represented at the deployment by Colonel Joseph Umaru.
Daily Post and Punch also reported the same three battalion locations. Traditional rulers in the affected areas commended the deployment and asked residents to support the troops with useful information.
Sources: Channels Television, Daily Post, Punch
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