Buratai to troops fighting insurgency: Boko Haram terrorists are just band of criminals.
The Chief of Army Staff, Lt General T.Y. Buratai has called on troops in the Counter Insurgency Operations in the North East to be very wary of Boko Haram terrorists’ increasing misinformation and propaganda.
In a Christmas message to troops in the theatre of operation in the Northeast, the COAS said it is evident that Boko Haram have been defeated and that what the terrorists are relaying on is propaganda.
“They have now resorted to employing propaganda in order to demoralize you by spreading false messages of strength and invincibility.
“It is pertinent for troops to understand that Boko Haram Terrorists are nothing but a band of criminals.
“Therefore, you must all brace up to clear and flush out their remnants. We have superior training, fire power and experience.
“We have a history of successes on the battlefield both at home and abroad. This must be reflected in all our operations”.
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Buratai saluted the efforts and sacrifices of gallant officers and men currently engaged in the counter insurgency operations in the North East and other operations across the country and abroad.
He said, ” I congratulate you for your bravery, doggedness and loyalty in these endeavours.
“I want to urge you all to maintain the momentum and remain steadfast as we continue to professionally and responsively carry out our constitutional roles.
“On my part, I would continue to ensure that troops’ welfare and that of their families, remains my utmost priority.
“I enjoin us all to continue to pray to the Almighty God for the repose of the souls of our fallen comrades and for peace in our nation.
“We will not renege on our promise to cater for the wellbeing of the families of our brave fallen heroes”.
He further said, “Let me use this medium to reassure you of the Federal Government’s commitment to your welfare with the requisite support for us to perform our duties.
“Also, the President, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, President Muhammadu Buhari has pledged his total support to the Armed Forces to bring all ongoing operations to logical conclusion.”
For 2019 elections, Buratai urged troops to remain apolitical and dedicated to their assigned roles.
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