In a renewed effort to strengthen inter-agency collaboration and enhance security in Abia State, the Commander, 14 Brigade Nigerian Army, Brigadier General AM Dikko, on Thursday, 15 October 2026, received the 30th Comptroller of the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), Abia State Command, Comptroller Agatha Richard Mammam, on a courtesy visit to the Brigade Headquarters in Ohafia, Abia State.
A statement signed by Captain Mazinho Attah Assistant Director Army Public Relations 14 Brigade Nigerian Army Ohafia, Abia State the visit provided an opportunity for both security agencies to reaffirm their commitment to sustain cordial working relationship, strengthening operational synergy and promoting effective security cooperation in the state.
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Speaking during the visit, Comptroller Nigerian Immigration Service Abia State Mrs Agatha Richard Mammam stated that the primary purpose of the engagement was to harness and strengthen the existing relationship between the Nigerian Army and the Nigerian Immigration Service in Abia State. She emphasised the importance of inter-agency cooperation in addressing security challenges and ensuring the safety of lives and property across the state.
The Comptroller further reaffirmed the Nigerian Immigration Service’s commitment to providing continuous support to the Nigerian Army, particularly 14 Brigade in Ohafia, while highlighting the need for sustained collaboration, information sharing and mutual assistance among security agencies.
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In his response, the Commander, 14 Brigade Nigerian Army, Brigadier General AM Dikko, commended the Nigerian Immigration Service, Abia State Command, for its contributions to maintaining security and carrying out its statutory responsibilities in the state. He also applauded the existing synergy between the two agencies, noting the importance of a united and coordinated approach to addressing security concerns.
Furthermore Brigadier General Dikko expressed appreciation for the visit and reiterated the importance of maintaining a strong working relationship between the Nigerian Army and the Nigerian Immigration Service in the collective pursuit of peace, stability and security in Abia State.
A significant highlight of the visit was the signing of the Visitors’ Book by Comptroller Agatha Richard Mammam. This was followed by the exchange of commemorative plaques between the Commander and the Comptroller as a symbol of mutual respect, goodwill and continued partnership between the two security agencies.
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The visit concluded with a group photograph in front of the Brigade Headquarters, Ohafia, Abia State, to commemorate the engagement.
The courtesy visit further underscored the commitment of 14 Brigade Nigerian Army and the Nigerian Immigration Service, Abia State Command, to strengthening inter-agency cooperation and working collectively towards the maintenance of peace and security in Abia State.
