Nigerian Army Relocates Units To Epe, Enhances Military Presence - Liberty TV/Radio - News - Voice For All! Vision For Alll!
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November 24, 2019
The Nigerian Army has relocated some of its unitsand formations located at Yaba to Epe to pave way for the expansion of railwayproject in Lagos State.
The units relocated are the 81 Division BaseOrdinance Depot, printing press and tailoring factory.
The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General TukurBuratai, during the ground breaking for the construction on Saturday, said thatthe relocation would lead to enhanced military presence in the area.
The Army Chief also commended the paramount ruler ofEpe, Oba Kamorudeen Animashaun, for his continuous support for Nigerian army inits operations and the relocation of the unit base to the area.
The Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi,represented by Deputy Director, Rail Transport Services, Barry Odii, said thatthe ministry decided to support the army because of its cooperation inrelocating the units from Yaba railway corridor.
The Chairman, Epe Local Government Area, DoyinAdesanya said that the people of Epe were happy with the coming of the militaryto the area.