Army Chief Gen Tukur Buratai in Abia State. PHOTOS

The Abia State Governor, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu has commended the Nigeria Army for her efforts in keeping Nigeria together as one indivisible nation.

Speaking while receiving in audience, the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai and his team in Government House, Umuahia, the State Governor, Dr. Okezie Ikpeazu said that Abia is supporting Mr. President in his efforts to maintain the territorial integrity of Nigeria. The Governor noted that the State has been enjoying peace as insecurity, violence and crime have reduced owing to the synergy between the Nigerian military and other security agencies in the State.

Dr. Ikpeazu, who used the opportunity to call for mutual respect among Nigerians assured the continuous cooperation of the people of Abia State to ensure security, peace and tranquility reign.

Earlier in his speech, the Chief Army of Staff, Lt. General Tukur Buratai said they came to thank the Governor for the excellent relationship existing between the Abia State government and the Nigerian Army.

He informed that they were in South East for a conference, which was aimed at training the troops to meet international standard, noting that the training was initiated to enhance security in the nation.

"We are in Abia to assess the progress of the operation python dance which the Military launched to mark her end of the year training activities. Operation python dance is a peaceful outing operation that has synergy with other security agencies" General Buratai said.

He said that patronage of made in Aba wears was geared by the letter sent by the Governor some months ago, informing the military to patronise the Made-in-Aba shoes.

High point of the event, was the donation of 2 Hilux vehicles to the Military Boss by the Governor, which was eventually handed over to Brig. Gen. Lawrence Fejokwu of the 14 brigade command in Ohafia, Abia State by the Chief of Army Staff Lt Gen. Buratai. He assured that the vehicles will be utilized for the benefit of good people of Abia.