According to the Defence Headquaters,the military has launched an attack on terrorists causing mayhem in Plateau,Nasarawa and Benue States with immidiate effect.This was contained in a statement issued by the Director of Defence Information,Maj-Gen Chris Olukolade.
“The Nigerian Army on Sunday commenced a major operation to put an end to the activities of all armed men and criminal gangs who have been engaging in wanton killings and destruction of lives and property in three states of North-Central part of Nigeria.
“Troops have already been deployed for a major offensive which is covering Benue, Nasarawa and Plateau states.
“The Internal Security Operations is to capture and neutralise all the enclaves of criminal gangs.
“The Nigerian Air Force, Police and other
security agencies are also participating in the operation designed to
restore peace in the affected states.
“Law abiding citizens are enjoined to
cooperate by providing timely and useful information to facilitate the
operation as it affects their localities.” The statement read.
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