Insecurity: Gov Agbu seeks establishment of Naval base in Taraba

From Godwin Agia, Jalingo

The Taraba State Governor, Dr. Agbu Kefas has requested the Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla to establish a Naval base in the state to combat security challenges.
The Governor made the call this Monday when he paid a courtesy visit to the Chief of Naval Staff at the Naval Headquarters, Abuja.
Speaking at the conference Hall of the Naval Headquarters Abuja, Dr Agbu Kefas who congratulated the Chief of Naval Staff on his appointment, said he was at the Naval Headquarters to foster collaboration with the Navy to safeguard the lives of the people of the state.
He noted that the navy is key in providing desired security to the state considering the presence of tributaries of rivers across the state, and involving the navy became imperative.
According to the Governor, Taraba State shared borders with Six States and the Republic of Cameroon, hence the need for adequate security strategies.
In his remarks, the Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla commended the Governor for the visit and said modalities for the establishment of a Naval base at Kashimbilla Dam in Takum will be worked upon.