Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, has expressed his appreciation to Ogun State Governor, Prince Adedapo Abiodun, for the recent donation of 100,000 hectares of land to the Nigerian Navy.

This was stated in a release on Tuesday by Henshaw Ogubike, Director of Information and Public Relations, Ministry of Defence.

Ogubike noted that the land, located within the Olokola Free Trade Zone in Ogun State along the Bight of Benin, will serve as a Forward Operating Base (FOB) for the Navy, significantly enhancing its operational reach in the region.

Dr. Matawalle expressed his gratitude to Governor Abiodun for his continuous support to the Nigerian Armed Forces, highlighting that this donation underscores a strong commitment to the security and progress of Nigeria.

He pointed out that this move is a strategic advantage for the Nigerian Navy and an essential step in strengthening national security infrastructure in the South-West region.

The Minister urged other state governments to follow Governor Abiodun’s commendable example by partnering with and supporting the Armed Forces in their ongoing mission to combat insecurity, ensuring a safer Nigeria for all.

Dr. Matawalle reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to collaborating with state governments and other stakeholders to improve the efficiency of the Armed Forces in maintaining national peace and security.