The Nigerian Army On Thursday said there was no truth in the rumour making the rounds that its troops have invaded Umoude area of Abia State as part of Operation Python Dance 2 activities.
In a statement titled ‘Re: Rumour of Soldiers Invasion of Umoude Area of Aba, Abia State’, the 82 division headquarters said, “Let me firmly reiterate that there is no invasion of any community by the soldiers in Abia State and in the entire South Eastern part of Nigeria.
“The rumour is baseless and mischievous and should therefore be disregarded.
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“Mischief makers, propagandists and supporters of violent secessionist agitation as well as any other person or group with criminal disposition are the ones wickedly peddling this rumour.
“Soldiers in Aba are lawfully deployed, with clear mandate, Rules of Engagement and Code of Conduct to combat identified obvious security challenges in the South East Nigeria.
“Thus, issues of kidnappings, cultism, farmers -herdsmen clashes, violent secessionist agitation and insurgency among other menaces have been made severally and soundly clear as the focus and target of Exercise EGWU EKE 11.
“The earlier we appreciate this and work together, the better for the peace and security of our society.
Sagir Musa
Colonel
Deputy Director Public Relations 82 Division Nigerian Army
