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Kill Terrorists Without Mercy, Matawalle Charges Troops

 


Minister of State for Defence, Dr Bello Mohammed Matawalle, has directed all military formations involved in counter-terrorism operations across the North-West to intensify efforts against armed groups, urging troops to adopt every lawful and necessary measure to eliminate terrorists.

Matawalle gave the directive in a statement issued on Sunday by his Personal Assistant on Media, Ahmed Dan-Wudil, while condoling with victims of recent terrorist attacks in Zamfara.

He expressed sympathy to residents of Bungudu and other affected communities, assuring them of the Federal Government’s commitment to restoring peace and security despite the recent surge in attacks across parts of the North-West.

“The minister reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to restoring peace and ensuring security despite the recent escalation of reported attacks in some areas across the North-West,” the statement said.

Matawalle also directed the leadership of Operation Fansan Yamma to remain resolute in the ongoing counter-terrorism campaign alongside other security agencies operating in the region.

He instructed Operation Fansan Yamma and all military formations operating in Zamfara, Kebbi, Katsina, Sokoto and Kaduna states to intensify operations by employing every lawful and necessary measure to dismantle terrorist networks through targeted military operations.

The minister further appealed to traditional rulers and community leaders to support security agencies with credible and timely intelligence, particularly on individuals suspected of aiding terrorists with information or logistical support used to attack rural communities.

He also directed senior military commanders in the most volatile operational areas to strengthen surveillance and increase patrols to identify and destroy terrorist hideouts and safe havens before they can be used to launch further attacks.

Matawalle commended the Armed Forces and other security personnel for what he described as their gallantry, professionalism and sacrifices in the fight against terrorism.

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He specifically praised recent operations that led to the neutralisation of several suspected terrorists in Gummi, Bukkuyum, Anka, Tsafe, Faskari and other locations.

The minister urged troops to sustain the momentum and maintain pressure on terrorist groups until insecurity is brought to an end across all affected parts of the country.

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