Newly Established 24 Brigade Deepens Community Engagement, Reaffirms Commitment To Peace In Mangu

The Commander, 24 Armoured Brigade, Colonel Haruna Bala, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s commitment to protecting lives and property, strengthening community relations and sustaining peace in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.

The Brigade Commander gave this assurance while engaging stakeholders of Mangu in furtherance of his commitment to a peaceful and secure environment. In attendance were the Mishkagham Mwaghavul, His Royal Highness, Da John Putmang Hirse, the Chairman Mangu Local Government Area, Hon Emmanuel Bala and district heads of the Mwaghavul Chiefdom among others.

During the engagement, the traditional rulers raised security concerns affecting their communities and pledged their support to security agencies. In his response, Colonel Bala appreciated the traditional institution and the local government chairman for their support and cooperation with the Nigerian Army. He emphasised that security was a collective responsibility requiring sustained collaboration between security agencies, traditional institutions and the people.

He further highlighted the ongoing expansion of the Nigerian Army and the establishment of 236 Tank Battalion in Mangu as deliberate efforts of the Chief of Army Staff, to strengthen security presence, improve response capabilities and protect communities. He assured the royal fathers that the concerns raised would receive a comprehensive assessment, with appropriate measures taken to address identified challenges.

Addressing the troops, Colonel Bala Haruna charged them to maintain the highest standards of discipline, professionalism and integrity in the discharge of their duties. He warned against unprofessional conduct, social vices and the misuse of social media, stressing that such actions could undermine public confidence in the Nigerian Army and jeopardise their military careers. He also assured the troops of the Army’s continued commitment to their welfare and well-being.

The Brigade Commander’s engagements underscore the Nigerian Army’s commitment to a people-oriented approach to security, where operational effectiveness is complemented by community partnership, troop welfare and professional conduct.