COAS Shuaibu Arrives In Borno After Tinubu Ordered Rescue Of All Abductees
Shuaibu urged troops to sustain pressure on Boko Haram and ISWAP as the army said it received a briefing on operational gains and challenges.
- On Saturday, Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Waidi Shuaibu arrived in Maiduguri, Borno State, following President Bola Tinubu's directive to rescue all abducted persons and dismantle terrorist camps nationwide.
- Minister of Defence Christopher Musa announced the directive on October 15, ordering security heads to eliminate all terrorist and bandit camps while ensuring a safe environment for the January elections.
- Addressing troops at the 212 Tank Battalion Parade Ground, Shuaibu charged soldiers of the Joint Task Force North-East, Operation HADIN KAI, to sustain momentum against Boko Haram and ISWAP.
- "You must remain disciplined, resilient and focused. The nation is proud of you and looks up to you for the final defeat of terrorism," the COAS charged during his address.
- Following a briefing from Theatre Commander Major General Ademola Ajose, Shuaibu assured personnel of sustained welfare support, including modern equipment and medical care, to enhance operational effectiveness.
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