Abuja: The Minister of Defence, retired Gen. Christopher Musa, has affirmed that Nigeria’s military remains in control of the security situation despite a resurgence of terrorist attacks in the North East. This assurance followed a strategic meeting held in Abuja with Service Chiefs and senior military officers to evaluate and reinforce operational strategies nationwide.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the meeting was convened to assess the current security landscape and bolster ongoing efforts to combat terrorists and other criminal elements threatening national security. Gen. Musa emphasized that the Armed Forces are diligently working to ensure the safety and security of Nigeria, acknowledging some casualties in the military’s operations but highlighting that terrorists and bandits are suffering greater losses.
The Defence Minister urged Nigerians to support the Armed Forces and security agencies, emphasizing a collaborative approach to tackling insecurity. He cautioned against spreading false information on social media, stressing that misinformation could undermine security efforts and troop morale. He advised citizens to verify security-related information with the Armed Forces and called on media organizations to act professionally by not amplifying terrorist propaganda.
Musa also encouraged Nigerians to report suspicious activities to security agencies and warned that individuals aiding terrorists would be treated as accomplices. He expressed gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for supporting the Armed Forces and congratulated the new Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, assuring him of strong collaboration in addressing security challenges.
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the meeting comes amidst a resurgence of attacks by terrorists and bandits in the North East. The military has recently faced casualties while maintaining their positions against insurgents, with numerous terrorists and their commanders eliminated in recent operations.