Nigerian Army Strengthens Kebbi Security with New Brigade

The Nigerian Army has established the 28 Armoured Brigade and Garrison in Birnin Kebbi, along with the 281 Tank Battalion in Yauri and the 381 Artillery Regiment in Kaoje, to bolster security operations in Kebbi State. This initiative was announced by the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, through Major General Bemgba Paul Koughna, the General Officer Commanding 8 Division Nigerian Army and Commander of Sector 2, Joint Task Force (North West), Operation FANSAN YAMMA.

The formations aim to optimize the Army's force structure and improve response times to security challenges in the North-West. Major General Koughna tasked Colonel Abdullahi Umar, the Acting Commander of the 28 Brigade, with enhancing operational effectiveness and fire-support capabilities.

He also stressed the importance of professionalism and adherence to the Rules of Engagement while assuring the community of increased military presence following a recent bandit attack in Jandutse.