By Lucky Uto
Governor of Delta State, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has assured the Nigerian Army that the state will meet its quota in the ongoing 91 Regular Recruits Intake (RRI).
The governor gave the assurance in Asaba while receiving a sensitisation team from Army Headquarters led by Brigadier General Moses Ikoba. He said the state government is actively mobilising eligible youths to take part in the recruitment exercise, which began on March 30.
Represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Kingsley Emu, Oborevwori disclosed that a special committee has been set up to educate and encourage young people across the state to enlist in the military and other security agencies.
He added that the government is working with traditional rulers, local government chairmen, and youth groups to increase awareness and participation.
According to him, lessons from past recruitment exercises are being used to improve turnout this time.
The governor also directed the State Awareness Creation Committee on Youth Enlistment and the Delta State Orientation and Communications Bureau to intensify media and grassroots campaigns across all 25 local government areas.
Earlier, Brigadier General Ikoba said the visit was to seek the state’s support in meeting its recruitment target.
He noted that the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has called for stronger sensitisation efforts nationwide.
Ikoba urged qualified youths to apply online for free, stating that recruits have opportunities to further their education while serving in the Nigerian Army.
He commended the Delta State Government for its efforts in maintaining peace and security.
The visit featured the presentation of a souvenir to the governor, after which the Army team visited Okpanam and Igbuzor communities to engage traditional rulers and youths on the benefits of enlistment.
