COAS vows decisive action against security threats

The Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s resolve to decisively defeat all security threats confronting the nation.

Shaibu gave the assurance during an operational visit to Yobe, where he conducted a battlefield assessment and boosted troop morale.

This is contained in a statement by the Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Col. Appolonia Anele, on Friday.

The COAS said the army remained steadfast in spite of recent attacks on troop positions, noting that ongoing operational adjustments were already yielding results.

“The Nigerian Army will remain aggressive and adaptive in responding to evolving threats across various theatres of operation,” he said.

Shaibu urged continued support from citizens and state governments, stressing that collaboration remained critical to achieving lasting peace.

He commended the government and people of Yobe for their sustained support to troops engaged in counter-insurgency.

During the visit, Shaibu was received by Gov. Mai Buni, represented by Deputy Governor Idi Gubana, at the Muhammadu Buhari International Cargo Airport, Damaturu.

At Headquarters, Sector 2, Operation Hadin Kai, Damaturu, the COAS charged troops to remain resolute and intensify operations against terrorists.

He urged them to honour fallen comrades through renewed commitment to duty and sustained offensive actions.

In his remarks, Governor Buni commended the army’s resilience and sacrifices in restoring peace to affected areas.

He offered prayers for fallen soldiers, describing them as heroes who paid the ultimate price in defence of the nation.

Meanwhile, Gov. Babagana Zulum of Borno, accompanied by Sen. Ali Ndume, paid a condolence visit to the army over recent personnel losses in the North-East.

Zulum pledged to evolve additional strategies to support security agencies in tackling emerging threats in the region. (NAN)