In a bold demonstration of the Federal Governmentโs commitment to enhancing national security, Dr. Bello Muhammad Matawalle, the minister of State for Defence, and Dr. Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto, the executive governor of Sokoto State, jointly inspected the ongoing development of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) 119 Composite Group (CG) provisional layout in Sokoto State.
During the visit, Dr. Matawalle praised the dedication and professionalism of NAF personnel, stating, โThe Nigerian Air Force continues to play a critical role in safeguarding our nation. The Federal Government will ensure you have all the necessary resources to maintain operational efficiency, especially in countering security threats in the North-West.โ The Minister reaffirmed the governmentโs resolve to bolster NAFโs capacity as part of the strategic fight against insecurity in the region.
Governor Ahmad Aliyu Sokoto commended the synergy between the Federal and State Governments in addressing security challenges, declaring, โSokoto State stands firmly with the Armed Forces. We are committed to providing all necessary support to ensure peace and stability for our people,โ he pledged continued cooperation to enhance security in the state and across the region.

Furthermore the Governor also commended the Honย Minister of State?ย Bello Matawalle for the commitment he has exhibited in getting the North-West out of the security quagmire.
According to the Governor, โThe Minister has shown resilience and bravery by penetrating into what used to be a โNO-GO AREAโ and had even opened up areas that were hitherto deserted by our people,โ.
The Minister and the Sokoto state Governor were briefed by the Unit Commander on the progress of the project.
The GOC 8 Division Brigadier Generalย I.A Ajose and other top military officers were also present.