The Nigerian military authority said Armed Forces of Nigeria has recorded huge successes in the fight against insecurity across Nigeria.
This was disclosed by the Director, Defence Media Operations, Major General Edward Buba while briefing journalists on the ongoing military operations by the Armed Forces of Nigeria on Thursday 29 February, 2024 at Defence Headquarters Abuja.
General Buba said contrary to the opinion of some, Nigeria military troops are making significant strides and recording notable successes in operations across the country.
“Though the successes might not seem so to some,the fact remains remarkable progress is being made.
“Overall, I urge citizens to endure today’s pain for our tomorrow’s gain. We should take solace in knowing that, It is all in a bit to make Nigeria great again.
“We can all begin in making Nigeria great again, by taking on the Celebrate Nigeria Challenge. I therefore throw open the Celebrate Nigeria Challenge”General Buba stated.
He assured that the armed forces of Nigeria is determined to end terrorism and insecurity across the country and therefore taking concrete steps in the direction.
“For us, creating a safer environment for citizens translates to eliminating all threat hindering the safety and security of citizens.”
“It is possible to say with significant certainty that these strikes have had significant impact on the terrorist adversely.
“The focus of the armed forces is to conduct its operations in support of national security interest. Consequently, in February troops recorded significant successes in theatres across the six geopolitical zones of the country.
“It is important to state that, in February 2024, troops neutralized 974 terrorists, arrested 621 of them and rescued 466 kidnapped hostages.”
According to General Buba, troops recovered 1,573 assorted weapons, 23,345 assorted ammunition.
