The member representing Yagba Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, Hon. Leke Abejide has commissioned newly built accommodation structures of two semi-detached houses at the 12 Brigade Chari Maigumeri Barracks, Lokoja.
He performed the inauguration ceremony on Monday. While handing over the keys to the beneficiaries, he charged them to take good care of the facilities, noting that the gesture was his own way of underscoring their invaluable contributions to society.
Abejide, who also laid the foundation stone for another project, presented cash backing for its completion. He called for continuous partnership between the political class and the security agencies.
Hon Abejide laying foundation at 12 Brigade Lokoja
12 Brigade Commander Gen. KU Sidi, while inspecting the building, commended the performance of the Nigerian Army for utilising the resources available and delivering the project on time with standards.
According to him, the projects will enhance the social and operational needs of the troops while strengthening the Nigerian Army’s effectiveness. He urged personnel to put the facilities to good use and ensure their maintenance.
The commander also appreciated Abejide and his wife Esther for his efforts on security and being committed to the welfare of officers of the Nigerian Army.
In his statement, “I want to appreciate Hon. Abejide most sincerely for improving the lives of soldiers by adding value to what a soldier can be, for a soldier to have this kind of accommodation anywhere in Nigeria that soldier will feel elated and will be ready to give his best.
“This accommodation is specific to Senior non-commission officers. These are officers within the highest ranking soldiers of the other Rank Cadre. They are exiting the Army in a few years. therefore it is good for them to understand what life will be like after service, so that they won’t go back and be living in huts and mud houses.
“The Honourable has given the Nigerian Army this structure, and we are sure he is going to give more, we are informed of what he has been doing in his Constituency and service to humanity. He is indeed a man committed to serving humanity with vision and purpose, he said.
