ASABA — Delta State Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has charged the newly appointed General Officer Commanding (GOC) 6 Division of the Nigerian Army, Major General Everest Okoro, to strengthen security operations across the Niger Delta, warning that economic growth cannot thrive where lives, businesses, and critical assets are under threat .
CDA News Nigeria gathered that the governor gave the charge on Tuesday when Okoro, who also serves as the Land Component Commander of the Joint Task Force South-South, Operation Delta Safe, paid a courtesy visit to the Government House in Asaba .
Oborevwori described the 6 Division as a strategic military formation with a major responsibility for maintaining peace and protecting economic assets in the region . He stressed that maintaining peace in the Niger Delta is not just a security responsibility but also an economic necessity, particularly because Delta State is one of Nigeria’s major oil-producing states .
“If this region is safe, the economy will go up. If there is unrest in this region, the economy will go down,” Oborevwori stated .
CDA News Nigeria reports that the governor noted that the relative peace being enjoyed in Delta is largely the result of cooperation between the state government and security agencies . He assured the new Army commander of continued government support, particularly in providing infrastructure and logistics required for effective operations.
Oborevwori disclosed that his administration recently constructed one-unit flats at the Amphibious Army Barracks in Agbor and has provided sustained logistical support to the 63 Brigade, reaffirming the government’s commitment to partnering with the military for a safer region .
Responding, Major General Okoro said the visit was part of his familiarisation tour following his assumption of office as the 12th GOC of the Division . He described Delta as strategically important to Nigeria because of its oil and gas installations, waterways, and other critical national assets .
Okoro pledged to build on the legacy of his predecessor, Major General Emmanuel Emekah, and sustain efforts that have contributed to increased crude oil production . His vision includes safeguarding critical national assets, defeating security threats, and ensuring the Army successfully carries out its assigned missions through disciplined leadership, realistic training, and seamless joint operations .
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