Nigeria’s Defence Minister, Mohammed Abubakar, has praised the 146 Battalion in Bonny Island for safeguarding critical national infrastructure, particularly the Trans Niger Pipelines (TNP).
The minister’s commendation was part of his maiden visit to the Joint Task Force South South Operation Delta Safe. “The successes recorded in protecting the TNP in your area of responsibility demonstrate the excellent work you are doing,” he stated. This was disclosed in a statement signed by Henshaw Ogubike, Director of Information and Public Relations.
During the visit, Lieutenant Colonel OA Oyewumi, Officer Commanding (OC) of 146 Battalion Main Bonny Island, briefed Minister Badaru on the battalion’s activities. Lt Col Oyewumi highlighted the unit’s successes in safeguarding critical national infrastructure, including the TNP in Nembe Creek Trunk Line and other key oil and gas installations.
Minister Abubakar also praised the battalion for sustaining operations against economic sabotage, oil theft, and illegal refineries.
The minister’s visit aimed to boost the morale of the officers serving under the unit.
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