Governor David Nweze Umahi of Ebonyi State has rated the Nigeria Armed Forces high, especially for their sacrifices in protecting the lives and property of the citizens of the country.
Umahi who made the commendation during the induction of the colour parade at the Nkwegu Military Cantonment, Abakaliki, Tuesday, said the Nigeria Army personnel have defeated insecurity in the country to 95 per cent.
"Let me commend very highly the Cantonment Commanders for their solidarity to us since coming on board, they have not only fought insecurity to a standstill, they have defeated insecurity to 95 per cent, so I am very happy with the service Chiefs.
"You have been very peaceful with the battalion here and working very peacefully with other security agencies, especially the Police.
"There is no amount of appreciation that will be enough to those who have paid the supreme prize to protect us.
"I want to appreciate the Chief of Defence Staff who is my good friend for his efforts at keeping the Nation together as one."
Umahi used the opportunity to commission a saluting dais built by the Cantonment Commander, Lieutenant Colonel Sunday Atomode.
The governor had on arrival at the Cantonment inspected a guard of honour mounted by a detachment of the Army.
Highlights of the event were the presentation of gifts by the Cantonment Commander, Lieutenant Colonel Sunday Atomode to Governor Umahi as a mark of appreciation for his support to the Army over the years and the taking of group photography.
