By Mustapha Salisu
Kano State Government has reiterated the importance of sustained investment in military training and capacity development as a critical component of strengthening Nigeria’s security architecture.
The Deputy Governor, Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo, made this known today while representing Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf at the combined graduation ceremony of the Nigerian Navy Logistics College, Dawakin Tofa, Kano.
He said the graduation of officers and ratings across five different courses including Logistics Officers’ Basic Course 37, Petty Officers Qualifying Course 48, Leading Seaman Qualifying Course 48, Basic Qualifying Course 56, and Basic Projects Qualifying Course 4, reflects the Navy’s commitment to building professional excellence and operational readiness.
Garo described modern naval operations as heavily dependent on effective logistics, strategic planning, and leadership capacity rather than equipment alone.
He commended the graduating personnel, noting that the training received would significantly enhance their contributions to operational effectiveness and combat readiness in the field.
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The Deputy Governor urged the graduands to remain disciplined and uphold the values of honour, loyalty, and selfless service as they return to their respective units.
He also reaffirmed the Kano State Government’s commitment to supporting initiatives aimed at promoting peace, security, and national unity across the country.
Speaking earlier, the Commandant of the Nigerian Navy Logistics College, Commodore A.A. Madawaki, described the graduation as a major milestone in the institution’s growth since its establishment in Dawakin Tofa.
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He congratulated the graduating officers and emphasized that the training combined professional instruction with military discipline to build technical competence and leadership capacity.
Madawaki further charged the graduates to serve as exemplary ambassadors of the college and apply their acquired skills effectively in service to the nation.
In a related development, the Deputy Governor inspected some completed projects executed across Dawakin Tofa Local Government Area under the leadership of the Council’s Chairman, Hon. Mukhtar Anas Dan-Maliki.