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says troops eliminating all forms of threat
By Tobias Lengnan Dapam
The Nigerian military said its troops neutralised 156 terrorists and arrested 464 others.
Speaking on Thursday while giving update on the military operations in the country, Major General, Edward Buba,
Director, Defence Media Operations, said troops is eliminating all forms of threat.
He said the military is profoundly conscious of its role and responsibility in ending insurgency and terrorism in the nation.
“Accordingly, troops are thwarting and eliminating forms of resurgent terror attacks in the NW and NE, caused by influx of foreign fighters from the Sahelian Region.
“Though troops might record occasional tactical setbacks which is common place in any threatre of war. Our strategic objective of breaking the terrorist will to fight remains resolute and unhindered.
“The military is committed to winning the war against terrorists and insurgency across the country. This is demonstrated as troops are fighting with great effort, determination and sacrifice to bring about great results.
“Overall, citizens are urged to embrace security as every bodies business and not that of the military. Accordingly, citizens must not compromise on security, otherwise everyone’s security is compromised.”
