03/08/2026
BONNY LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL PAYS COURTESY VISIT TO THE NEWLY DEPLOYED COMMANDING OFFICER OF THE NIGERIAN ARMY, 146 BATTALION , BONNY
The Bonny Legislative Council, 10th Assembly, led by the Leader of the House, Rt. Hon. Kingsley Tammy Jumbo, on Monday, 3rd August 2026, paid a courtesy visit to the newly deployed Commanding Officer of the Nigerian Army, Bonny, Lt. Col. David Damilade Omale, at the Army Operational Base, Bonny.
The visit reflects the Assembly’s unwavering commitment to strengthening institutional collaboration and fostering a strategic partnership with security agencies in the collective pursuit of peace, security, and sustainable development across Bonny Local Government Area.
Speaking during the visit, Rt. Hon. Kingsley Tammy Jumbo congratulated Lt. Col. David Damilade Omale on his deployment and wished him a successful and impactful tenure in Bonny. He emphasized the importance of sustained synergy between the Councillors of the 12 Wards of Bonny and the Nigerian Army in addressing security challenges and safeguarding the lives and property of residents in consolidation of the commendable efforts and initiatives of the Executive Chairman, Amasenibo Hon Abinye Blessing Pepple, JP, DSSRS.
The Leader of the House commended the Nigerian Army for its courage, sacrifices, professionalism and unwavering dedication in servicing the LGA and Nation at large. He further reiterated the Council’s readiness to also work closely with the Army in support of ongoing security initiatives, particularly within the riverine Communities of Bonny Local Government Area.
In his response, Lt. Col. David Damilade Omale expressed appreciation to the Bonny Legislative Council for the thoughtful visit and described it as a demonstration of the Assembly’s commitment to peace and effective representation. He reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s resolve to continue protecting lives and property while maintaining a secure environment conducive to growth and development.
He assured the 10th Bonny Legislative Assembly of the Nigerian Army’s continued collaboration, emphasizing that strong partnerships with government institutions and community stakeholders are vital to sustaining the existing peace, security, and stability within Bonny Local Government Area.
Signed:
Hon Elvis Edison Green
Spokesperson
Bonny Local Government Legislative Council.
Monday 3rd, August 2026.