For the umpteenth time, the Defence Headquarters yesterday assured that the nation’s military will win the battle against Boko Haram insurgency.
It also said it was aware that the nation’s reputation was at stake, not only the military.
It advised Nigerians not to lose hope or be disenchanted in any form.
The DHQ in a statement through the Director of Defence Information, Maj-Gen. Chris Olukolade, said everything will be done to protect the nation’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The DHQ’s statement was against the backdrop of apprehensions by the United States and the international community on the dangers of Boko Haram seizure of some major towns in Borno State.
The US through its Assistant Secretary for African Affairs, Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, said it was troubled by the capture of Bama and some towns in Borno and Yobe states.
But the DHQ said there was no cause for alarm because the military was on top of the situation.
The statement said: “In the light of the current challenges in the counter-terrorism efforts in the North-East which has understandably elicited a sense of apprehension among citizens and even foreign allies, the DHQ wishes to reiterate the pledge and commitment it made while briefing the Joint Committee on Defence of the National Assembly to the effect that everything will be done to reverse the situation and defeat the rampaging terrorists.
“While welcoming all the concerns shown by Nigerians and a section of the international community following the increased menace and activities of terrorists, it is necessary to reassure all that the Nigerian Armed Forces is more than ever determined and committed to the defence of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Nigeria, regardless of any odd.”
It pleaded with Nigerians not to either lose hope or be disenchanted with the development in Bama and other places.
The statement added: “It is not only the pride and reputation of the military that is at stake but that of the entire nation.
“We therefore urge our citizens not to lose hope or be disenchanted but to remain steadfast and supportive of the military as all steps are being taken to ensure the success of the counter-insurgency operations, especially at this crucial time when our sovereignty is being challenged.
“With this in mind, it is important to reiterate that the Nigerian military is fully conscious of its obligations to the Nigerian state and remains willing and ready to perform its duties with utmost diligence.”
It however assured that the war against insurgency will be won by troops.
“Therefore, what the military requires at this critical period in the nation’s history is not pillories but continued support from all stakeholders and comity of nations.
“Indeed, this is not the time to despair or shift blames. Rather it calls for concerted effort by all and sundry to stop the agents of darkness who seek to destroy our country and civilization. On its part, the Nigerian military as a fighting force, assures Nigerians once again that this battle will be won,” it said.
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A house divided can never stand. The Nigerian military can not defeat Boko Haram because there are a lot traitors among its rank and file and these traitors reveal all their plans to the enemy and until they are weeded out, they will be fighting a futile war.
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