The Minister of Defence, His Excellency Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has commended the Nigerian Army (NA) for its significant efforts in enhancing security and promoting economic stability in the Niger Delta Region (NDR).
During his maiden operational visit to the Headquarters of 6 Division, Nigerian Army, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, the Minister lauded the Army’s pivotal role in increasing national oil production and curbing crude oil theft.
This commendation was conveyed in a statement issued by the Acting Deputy Director of 6 Division Army Public Relations, Lt. Col. Danjuma Jonah Danjuma.

“The nation relies on your continued efforts to achieve an oil production target of 2.3 million barrels per day,” the Minister remarked, acknowledging the increase in production from 1.4 to 1.7 million barrels per day. He stressed that sustaining this upward trajectory is crucial to stabilizing the country’s economy for the collective benefit of all Nigerians.
The primary purpose of the Minister’s visit was to encourage the troops and express appreciation for their dedication, particularly in combating oil theft in the NDR. He commended 6 Division for its operational achievements and highlighted the Army’s commitment to improving the welfare of its personnel, referencing the newly constructed residences for senior officers that were inaugurated during his visit.
In his briefing, Major General Jamal Abdussalam, General Officer Commanding (GOC) of 6 Division, outlined the Division’s successes in anti-illegal bunkering operations. He reaffirmed the Division’s commitment to denying oil thieves freedom of action and creating a secure environment for oil companies to conduct their operations effectively.