Teamwork among security forces boosting safety in Katsina – Radda
Governor Dikko Umar Radda of Katsina State has lauded the synergy among security agencies operating in the state, describing it as vital to ongoing efforts to safeguard lives and property.
The governor’s commendation was conveyed by Abdullahi Garba Faskari, the Secretary to the State Government, during the 2025 Nigerian Air Force Annual 10-Kilometre Walk/Jog Exercise held in Katsina on Saturday.
The fitness event, attracted personnel from multiple security agencies including the Nigerian Army, Nigeria Police Force, Department of State Services, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Federal Road Safety Corps, Katsina Community Watch Corps, and National Youth Service Corps.
Governor Radda commended the Air Force for prioritising physical fitness as a core element of military preparedness and lauded the initiative for fostering teamwork among security agencies in the state.
According to him, “The importance of fitness cannot be overemphasised. Sports enhance mental alertness, sound health, and longevity. Every participant here today is a winner, for you have all demonstrated commitment to discipline, unity, and service.”
He praised Air Commodore Ibrahim Jibia, the Commander 213 Forward Operating Base, for his leadership and excellent coordination of the exercise, describing the partnership between the state government and security agencies as vital to strengthening Katsina’s security architecture.
On his part, Jibia expressed appreciation to Air Marshal Hassan Bala Abubakar, Chief of the Air Staff, for his commitment to personnel welfare and explained that the annual exercise enhances endurance, morale, and combat readiness across all NAF formations nationwide.
“This exercise gives personnel the opportunity to test their endurance and reinforces the spirit of teamwork and discipline that defines the military profession,” Jibia stated.
Jibia emerged second position in the Officers’ Walkers Category, announcing that similar fitness initiatives would be sustained quarterly to ensure personnel remain physically and mentally resilient.
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Flight Lieutenant BE Ariola won first position in the Officers’ Joggers Category, while Corporal Ishaya M topped the Airmen Joggers Category. Lieutenant SB Abdulsalam of the Nigerian Army and Police Constables Nura Magaji and Nazeer Aliyu of the Nigeria Police Force emerged winners in the sister security agencies category respectively.
The event demonstrated the Nigerian Air Force’s commitment to building a strong, professional, and mission-ready force through physical training, teamwork, and inter-agency collaboration.
