Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, has commended the ongoing onslaught by the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) targeted against terrorists especially in the Northwest States of Zamfara, Sokoto, Katsina and Kaduna.
Matawalle said that with the ongoing operations, the days of terrorists are numbered and that the nation would once again begin to enjoy uninterrupted peace.
In a statement by the Ministry of Defence Director of Information and Public Relations, the Minister praised the Armed Forces, especially the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), for their precise airstrikes targeted at the terrorist strongholds in Zurmi, Gusau, and Maradun Local Government Areas, adding that they indeed resulted in the elimination of numerous terrorists and the destruction of their infrastructure.
He commended the Armed Forces of Nigeria for the clearance exercise in Zamfara, Sokoto, Katsina and Kaduna States.
“With prayers and support for our Military, very soon the Military will clear these States free from bandit attacks,” he said.
Matawalle explained that with Military precision, they successfully identified and neutralized the camps of prominent terrorist figures including Abdullahi Nasanda and Mallam Tukur.
“We appreciate and commend the untiring efforts of our gallant servicemen and women who participated in this operation with outmost dedication and precision,” he said.
He expressed his sincere appreciation to all personnel involved in these operations. He also commended the collaborative efforts of the nation’s Intelligent Agencies as well as the local security partners.
Furthermore, he said that the Military is in a good and strong position to win the war against insurgency and terrorism which has witnessed many terrorist leaders being killed.
While commending the Armed Forces of Nigeria, he prayed for lasting peace in our nation, Nigeria.
