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Abdullahi Sule, governor of Nasarawa, says the army has the capacity to decimate all armed groups terrorising the nation.

Sule spoke on Sunday during the 2023 West African Social Activities (WASA) of the army’s IV special forces command in Doma LGA.

The governor applauded the efforts of the army and other security agencies in their battle against kidnapping, banditry, and other security threats in the state and country.

Sule said he is determined to support the efforts of the operatives and pledged to provide vehicles that would aid the success of operations.

“The IV special forces is a specialised component of the Nigerian army which is saddled with the responsibility of air-bound operations, counter insurgency, counter terrorism, foreign-internal defence and unconventional warfare, among others,” Sule said.

“I am much aware of your operational efforts in the various parts of the states, some of which led to our gallant men paying supreme prices in service to the nation.

“In recognition of your patriotic service, this administration will continue to support the efforts of our security personnel through the provision of security vehicles for surveillance and other support to ensure the protection of lives and property of our citizens.”

The governor also hailed troops for being consistent with WASA, an annual social event aimed at bringing officers and their families together and strengthening bonds among different ethnic groups in the military.

Hillary Nzan, commander of the special forces command, said WASA was created to take officers and soldiers away from their routine regimental life to an atmosphere where they can unwind and relax freely with one another and civilians.

Nzan also reiterated the army’s commitment to sustaining the fight against all forms of crimes and defending the country.