The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Defence, Dr. Ibrahim Kana, has assured Keffi Local Government Area of Nasarawa State and Nigerians of Federal Government's commitment to the security of lives and property and ensuring provision of essential services.
Dr. Kana gave the assurance when he received the Executive Chairman of Keffi Local Government Council, Hon. Muhammad Shehu, and other council members at the Headquarters, Ministry of Defence, Ship House Abuja.
In a statement by the Director Information and Public Relations Ministry of Defence, Henshaw Ogubike, the Permanent Secretary promised to objectively consider the issues tabled before him and to critically consider their appeal.
He also appreciated them for honouring him with the visit and congratulating him for holding the prestigious position at the Ministry of Defence.
Regarding the unsettled compensation claims for 177 Guards Battalion keffi, Dr. Kana promised to review the records at the Ministry before taking any decision.
He emphasized that requests for payment must be based on available relevant records and encouraged the delegation to consider the benefits of the barrack to the community in terms of development, security and other ancillary benefits.
Earlier, leader of the delegation, Muhammad Shehu congratulated Dr. Kana on his appointment as Permanent Secretary, praising his level of performance and commitment to duty.
He also commended the Military and other security agencies for their swift responses in addressing insecurity threats in Nasarawa State.
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