Army Chief pledges firm response to national security challenges

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The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu

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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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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.

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

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