President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of a new Nigerian Army battalion in Kwara State as part of efforts to bolster security and tackle rising insecurity in the region.

The approval is expected to enhance the military’s operational capacity, improve rapid response to security threats, and strengthen the protection of lives and property across the state and surrounding areas.

The move comes amid growing concerns over insecurity in parts of Kwara and the North-Central region, with the federal government reaffirming its commitment to restoring peace and improving national security.

More details to follow.