The Nigerian military forces have yet again reiterated its mandate to curb any terrorist activities across the country as they display intrepidity action towards the terrorists. A week ago, the military force thwarted an attack by terrorists of the Islamic State of West African Province (ISWAP) at a military base in Niger state. This occurred when the ISWAP terrorist engaged in breaking into the Wawa military cantonment in the remote New Bussa village in Borgu Local Government Area of the state, near the country’s border, with Benin Republic, in an attempt to free their detained comrades.
It was reported by the military that they had received intel about the attack, and soldiers were already anticipating the daring attack, where the terrorist met with an immense waterloo. At the incident, about eight terrorists were killed, while three men, including the commander who led the futile attack, were captured and equally detained by the highly spirited troops. According to a military officer, large numbers of the terrorists who attacked the base around midnight were pulverized with air support.
Defense headquarter futile the US terror alert.
This terrorist attack came to happen amidst tension across the country spawned by the security alert issued to Nigeria by the US, UK embassy and some other foreign missions. However, Nigeria’s National Security Adviser, Babagana Monguno, a retired Major General, had earlier debunked these vague alerts issued by the US and advised the citizens to go about their regular business routine. He said it is notable that Nigeria’s security architectures are capable of providing adequate security to the lives and properties of the citizens without meddling with any country.
In the same vein, while responding to the US terror alerts, the Defense Headquarters claims that the Armed Forces and other sister security agencies do not need any prompt alert from the US or any other country to carry out their constitutional responsibility of securing the country. It said men of the Armed Forces, especially the Intelligence Community, have been working round the clock to ensure that Nigerians and foreigners alike are secure and live up to their dream.
The major general reiterates the military’s capabilities.
Major General Jimmy Akpor, Director of Defense Information, avers that majority of the achievements recorded by the military in the recent clampdown on terror elements across the country are classified and not published for the public to know. Akpor, who also commented on the US terror alerts, said prior to the prompt alert, the Department of State Services (DSS) had released a warning statement about terrorist plans to attack some areas and the need for vigilance among members of the public.
He emphasized that there are government institutions such as the Armed Forces, the police officers, the Department of State Services (DSS), and other paramilitary agencies saddled with the responsibility of safeguarding the environment and ensuring that people are all living safely. Therefore, Akpor reiterates that the Nigerian military’s recent astonishing operation is a vivid indication that the security forces are on top of their games in surmounting the security challenges facing the country that has claimed the life of many so far.
Intelligence communities continue to avert security breaches.
Additionally, it was noted that in recent months, there has been a tremendous improvement in the security situation across the country, which is primarily attributed to the nationwide military onslaught against the non-state actors. To this effect, the intelligence communities, particularly the military Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), have continued to be very resourceful in carrying out enclosed operations, averting several security breaches across the country. Recall how the intelligence forces have eliminated numerous terrorist kingpins, bandits and kidnappers.
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In particular, it is worth noting that Nigeria’s security systems can protect residents’ lives and property without interfering with the internal affairs of any other nation.
It is the duty of The Armed Forces, police, DSS, and other paramilitary services protect the environment and keep people secure. They should always ensure they do tfat
The fact that no where is safe in this country is worrisome, I really hope the new government will find solution to the security issue of this country
The daily Iswap threat is worrisome but kudos to our military they are given their best and I hope they are well catered for and enumerated to continue to be at their best with well sophisticated weapons and other technological equipment to conquer all this insurgencies.
We applaud the Army for their fearlessness in facing these different insecurity agents. We need to support them more to encourage them. I hope one day, we will see a remarkable decrease in the rate of insecurity in Nigeria.
This is a good news and a great development,terrorist has really done bad to the citizens and military personnel in the country and I hope the military will continue to improve on this.
I see a lot of stupid claims. “it is notable that Nigeria’s security architectures are capable of providing adequate security to the lives and properties of the citizens without meddling with any country.” What kind of a claim is this? If there’s nothing fishy, what is the problem in merging with other countries to fight stronger and better.
The military ruthless effort to defeating terrorism is highly commendable. We need to encourage them to do more. This terrorism would be over someday
Our military need to continue doing the good work in other to eradicate all the terrorist in our country so let us continue to encourage of brave military for the work they are doing and for them to improve
I like it As they continue to show boldness in their approach to terrorists, the Nigerian armed forces have once again reaffirmed their mission to put an end to any terrorist activity that may be taking place anywhere in the country.
nice one As part of their mission to rescue their imprisoned compatriots, ISWAP terrorists broke into the Wawa military cantonment in the outlying state which is located not far from the country’s border with Benin Republic.
wow the soldiers had received intelligence about the attack, so they were prepared for the terrorist’s audacious attack, and the terrorist suffered a massive defeat.
I applaud our military they have given their best I hope they are well catered for, encouraged and supported with well sophisticated weapons to keep their good works on.
We have strong Military all they need is good support from government to fight this battle this ISWAP terrorist attack
It is likely that the security alert issued to Nigeria by the United States and the United Kingdom embassy, as well as other foreign missions, contributed to the atmosphere of tension that allowed this terrorist attack to take place.
It will be lovely if the military can continue in their victory over the ISWAP . Several times we have heard things like only to hear the opposite of it after a week.
The broad military onslaught against the non-state actors has had a significant impact in improving security across the country.
Let’s keep praising our courageous military for their service and helping them get better at what they’re doing so that they can finally wipe out every last terrorist in the country.
Several times we have heard stories of the military defeating the Boko Haram, ISWAP and other terrorist group only for the group to attack them again. Hope this victory is not one of such stories.
What a perfect siege laid for the terrorist. I trust in our military force and in the time they will drive out all these terrorists out of the country.