Army relocates units to pave way for rail line expansion

Some units and formations of the Nigerian Army based in Yaba, Lagos State have been relocated to allow for the expansion of the rail lines in the state.

The units relocated to Epe area of the state, were the 81 Division Base Ordinance Depot, printing press and tailoring factory.

While performing the ground breaking ceremony on Saturday for the construction of the units in Epe, the Chief of Army Staff, Lt-Gen Tukur Buratai, disclosed that the relocation would lead to enhanced military presence in the area.

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He said: “I want to use this opportunity to appreciate the cooperation of the Minister of Transportation (Mr Rotimi Amaechi), in facilitating the prompt approval and release of funds that has made this laudable project a reality.

“The minister was very supportive of the Nigerian army throughout the negotiation for the movement of this unit out of Yaba and the speedy completion of negotiations and of course the funding.”

Buratai also thanked the traditional ruler of Epe, Oba Kamorudeen Animashaun for his continuous support for the army in its operations and the relocation of the unit base to the area.

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