The Commander 13 Brigade Nigerian Army (NA) Brigadier General Everest Ifeanyi Okoro has warned criminals in Cross River State to desist from their misguided ways or meet their waterloo at the hands of the gallant and highly motivated troops of 13 Brigade NA.
The Brigade Commander gave the stern warning during a stakeholders meeting held at the Primary School Akwa Ikot Eyo Edem, Akpabuyo LGA of Cross Rivers State on Tuesday 18 July 2023.
Brigadier General Okoro stated emphatically that criminals who were not ready to turn a new leaf would be decisively dealt and given what they deserved. He asserted that troops had been given express directives to deal ruthlessly with criminals in line with extant Rules of Engagement and Standard Operating Procedures during Internal Security operations.
He thereafter assured residents of the community of the NA’s readiness to safeguard the lives and properties of citizens, appreciating them for their unwavering support to the Brigade in the discharge of its responsibilities Furthermore, the Brigade Commander solicited for the community’s support and cooperation in the provision of timely and actionable information in tackling crimes and criminalities in the State, assuring that the Brigade would scale up its patrols, check points and roadblocks amongst other kinetic and non-kinetic measures.
Brigadier General Okoro equally harped on the importance of inter-agency collaboration and synergy in the conduct of effective kinetic and non-kinetic operations within the joint operating environment, lauding other security agencies for their support and cooperation in fostering peace and tranquility in Cross-Rivers State.
While giving the vote of thanks, the Paramount ruler of Akpabuyo His Royal Majesty Etinyin Maurice EE Nyan appreciated the Commander 13 Brigade Nigerian Army for coming to visit and listening to their problems. He further appreciated the Commander for his support in most areas around Akpabuyo LGA for the relative peace and provision of security. He stated that the Commander has given the community hope.
Present at the meeting was the Clan Head Edem Odo Clan / Paramount ruler of Akpabuyo, Village Heads of different Clans, President of the Youth Council, family heads, women leader, and residents of the community, amongst others.
