Matawalle urges army to achieve success against terrorists
Matawalle urges army to achieve success against terrorists
Abdullateef Fowewe
The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, has charged the Nigerian Army to achieve success in the war against terrorism in the northwest part of the country.
Matawalle while speaking during a visit to 8 Division, Sokoto State, assured residents of Sokoto, Katsina, Zamfara, and Kebbi states, as well as the broader Northwest region, of the government’s commitment to ensure their safety.
The goal of the high-level visit according to a statement by the Ministry of Defence, Director of Information and Public Relations, Henshaw Ogubike, was to review the ongoing operations of 8 Division and issue a direct charge to the troops of ‘Operation Hadarin Daji’ to strengthen their efforts in flushing out bandits and terrorists from the region, in line with the directive of President Bola Tinubu.
Matawalle during the visit expressed Tinubu’s relentless commitment to restoring peace and security in the Northwest. He commended the troops for their dedication and resilience in the face of challenging security operations and underscored the importance of their mission to protect the lives and property of Nigerians.
He said, “The security of our nation is paramount and the President has given a clear mandate that the bandits and terrorists threatening our peace must be flushed out. I am here today to reaffirm the Federal Government’s support and to urge you to remain relentless in your efforts. Your bravery and dedication are the backbone of our national security.
“The Chief of Defence Staff and the Service Chiefs stand with you, providing the necessary resources and strategic guidance. We expect nothing less than total success in this operation. The safety and security of the people of Sokoto and the entire Northwest region depends on your effectiveness.”
However, Matawalle also reviewed the operational strategies in place and discussed ways to enhance the effectiveness of the ongoing military efforts.
He assured the troops that the government would continue to provide all necessary support to ensure the success of Operation Hadarin Daji.
“President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has no doubt in your ability to deliver on this mission. Together, we will restore peace to our land and secure a brighter future for all Nigerians,” he added.
