Insecurity: Omu-Aran Military Base brings relief, Kwara South Elders tell Tinubu

By Demola Akinyemi, Ilorin
The Kwara South APC Elders Caucus has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving the establishment of an army battalion in Omu-Aran, Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, describing the development as a timely intervention that has brought relief to residents of the senatorial district.
The military base commenced operations on Thursday and received a warm welcome from traditional rulers and residents across Kwara South.
In a statement issued by the Chairman of the caucus, Sir Chief Dr J.B. Ayeni, and Secretary, Prof. Abiodun Afolayan, the elders said the development had rekindled hope among residents and encouraged people who had fled th...