The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Olufemi Oluyede, has charged troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA to sustain and intensify ongoing military operations against bandits and other criminal elements operating in Nigeria’s North West, insisting that the country must be made safe at all costs.
General Oluyede gave the charge during an operational visit to the Headquarters, Theatre Command Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, in Gusau, Zamfara State. The visit was aimed at assessing operational readiness, addressing challenges facing troops, and boosting morale in the ongoing campaign against insecurity.
Addressing troops, the CDS commended their courage, discipline, and sacrifices in defence of the nation, urging them to remain relentless in the fight against banditry and terrorism.
“The safety of our citizens rests on our shoulders. You must remain resolute and go after these criminals until they are eliminated. We must make Nigeria safe at all cost,” he said.
He assured personnel of continued support from the Armed Forces in the areas of welfare, training, and provision of operational equipment, noting that efforts were ongoing to strengthen air and ground coordination to enhance operational effectiveness across theatres.
Oluyede also reaffirmed the commitment of the Armed Forces of Nigeria to sustaining pressure on criminal groups until lasting peace is restored across the North West and the country at large.
As part of the visit, the CDS paid a courtesy call on the Executive Governor of Zamfara State, Mallam Dauda Lawal, where he appreciated the state government’s support to the military and called for stronger collaboration, particularly in intelligence sharing.
Governor Lawal, in response, commended the Nigerian Armed Forces for their sacrifices and continued efforts in restoring peace and stability in Zamfara and the wider region.
The visit featured an operational briefing, troop interaction, assessment of deployments, and media engagement.
