The Nigerian Army has flagged off a military exercise in parts of the Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State to flush out criminal elements and strengthen the security of lives and properties in the area.
Conducted by troops from the 22 Armoured Brigade, Sobi, Ilorin, the operation is codenamed Operation Still Water III and is held in Oro Ago and adjoining areas.
To ensure its success, the Kwara State Government has implored traditional rulers and stakeholders to cooperate with the Nigerian Army and other security agencies by giving them the timely information they require to achieve their constitutional responsibilities of safeguarding the citizens.
Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, who was represented by his deputy, Kayode Alabi, made the plea in Oro Ago at the flag-off ceremony of the exercise.
The governor said the Nigerian Army, working in synergy with sister services and other security agencies, is desirous of meeting the expectations of Nigerians in tackling the security challenges in the area and beyond.
