Army Chief orders troops to intensify operations against terrorists, kidnappers and bandits in Kwara and nearby states.
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has ordered troops of Joint Task Force North Central, Operation Savannah Shield, to intensify operations against terrorists, bandits and kidnappers in Kwara State and neighbouring states.
The Army Chief gave the directive during his maiden operational visit to the headquarters of the task force at Sobi Barracks, Ilorin.
According to a statement by Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Apollonia Anele, Shaibu asked troops to sustain operations aimed at removing criminal groups threatening peace in the region.
He said the Nigerian Army remained committed to protecting lives and property across the country.
The COAS added that troops had continued operations to stop criminals from attacking communities and undermining security.
He also assured the troops that more operational support and combat equipment would be provided to strengthen clearance operations in Kwara and Niger states.
Shaibu stressed the importance of discipline and professionalism among personnel, while reaffirming his commitment to troop welfare.
He said improved welfare remained important for morale and operational effectiveness.
Earlier, the Theatre Commander of Operation Savannah Shield, Major General Y. Yahaya, thanked the Army Chief for supporting the task force and improving its operational capacity.
He assured the COAS that troops would remain committed to restoring peace in the region.