Oyo state governor, Seyi Makinde has lauded security agencies in the country for their efforts in battling insecurity.
Speaking at the grand finale of this year’s Armed Forces Remembrance Day, held at the Remembrance Arcade, Government House, Agodi, Ibadan on Friday, Gov Makinde urged officers and men of the security agencies to continue to do their best to ensure that peace reigns in Nigeria
The governor pointed out that his administration remains committed towards the welfare of security officials in the state so as to keep lives and properties of residents safe and secure.
He reassured security agencies of his continuous support in the determination to keep Oyo State safe and secure.
“I will like to take this opportunity to thank officers and men of our security agencies. This is an unusual time and they are doing their best. So, for us as a government, our responsibility is to encourage and support them”, he said.
Gov Makinde added, “I want to give a reassurance to the people of Oyo state that, for us and our security agencies, we will continue to do our best to ensure a safe, secure and stable environment.”
Speaking, the Chairman of Nigerian Legion, Oyo state command, Mr Michael Fajinmi commended Oyo State government for improving the welfare of the dependants of the fallen heroes in the state.
“I want to thank God for the way the governor has been leading us. Today, we can see his presence and he has been trying for us to see to the welfare of the fallen heroes and their dependants. He has been trying and we have been passing our goodwill messages accordingly”, he said
