Major General Auwalu Mahmuda Commands Troops to Clear Oyo Park

Major General Auwalu Mahmuda, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) of the 2 Division of the Nigerian Army, has instructed troops stationed around the Old Oyo National Park (OONP) to maintain their operational tempo and eliminate bandits, terrorists, and other criminal elements from the area. This directive was given during his visit to the Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Igbeti, located in the Olorunsogo Local Government Area of Oyo State.

Major General Mahmuda expressed his awareness of the operational developments in the national park and commended the troops for their efforts and achievements. He urged them to effectively dominate the area and prevent criminal activities.

He also conveyed the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu's satisfaction with the troops' resilience and encouraged them to intensify their efforts. Mahmuda acknowledged the contributions of other security agencies and local vigilantes, emphasizing the importance of their collaboration.

Upon arrival, he was received by Brigadier General Emmanuel Azenda and Brigadier General Austin Obochi, and briefed by Colonel Godwin Akuve and Major Osaigbovo Ero.