Badaru Praises 146 Battalion for Protecting Critical National Infrastructure
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Badaru Praises 146 Battalion for Protecting Critical National Infrastructure
By Alabidun Shuaib AbdulRahman
The Honourable Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has commended the 146 Battalion in Bonny Island for its exceptional performance in safeguarding critical national infrastructure, particularly the Trans Niger Pipelines (TNP).
During his maiden visit to the Joint Task Force South South Operation Delta Safe on Thursday, October 10, 2024, Badaru praised the battalion for its outstanding efforts in securing the TNP, thwarting economic sabotage, oil theft, and illegal refineries.
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“The successes recorded in protecting the TNP in your area of responsibility demonstrate the excellent work you are doing,” Badaru stated. “The maximum protection of the pipelines under your watch is commendable, and I urge you to sustain it.”
The Minister’s visit aimed to boost the morale of the officers serving under the unit.
He emphasized the importance of their role in maintaining national security and economic stability.
Lieutenant Colonel OA Oyewumi, Officer Commanding 146 Battalion, briefed Badaru on the unit’s activities, highlighting successes in safeguarding critical national infrastructure, including the TNP in Nembe Creek Trunk Line, intercepting pipeline vandalism attempts, and protecting key oil and gas installations.
