The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu, has charged troops of the Joint Task Force North East, Operation Hadin Kai, to sustain the offensive against Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists.
Key Highlights
- COAS Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu visits Operation Hadin Kai troops in Maiduguri.
- He urges troops to consolidate gains and push for the decisive defeat of terrorists.
- Shaibu pledges better equipment, accommodation, medical support and timely rotation.
- Theatre Commander Maj.-Gen. Ibikunle Ajose briefs him on operations.
- The army chief visits wounded soldiers and assures them of continued care.
Shaibu gave the charge on Saturday, during an operational assessment visit to the North-East theatre, where he addressed officers and soldiers at the 212 Tank Battalion Parade Ground in Maiduguri, Borno State.
He commended the troops for their courage, sacrifices and sustained military operations, which he said have significantly weakened terrorist capabilities and contributed to improved security in the region.
The army chief urged the troops to consolidate the gains recorded, maintain operational vigilance and intensify efforts to achieve the decisive defeat of terrorist groups operating across the theatre.
He stressed that discipline, combat readiness, resilience and professionalism remained critical to the success of ongoing counter-terrorism operations.
Shaibu also reminded the soldiers of the nation’s confidence in their ability to restore lasting peace and stability to the North-East, urging them to remain focused on their constitutional responsibilities.
Troop Welfare Pledge
Reaffirming his soldier-first philosophy, the army chief assured the troops of his commitment to improving their welfare through the provision of modern combat equipment, better accommodation, adequate medical support and timely rotation of personnel.
“You must remain disciplined, resilient and focused. The nation is proud of you and looks up to you for the final defeat of terrorism,” he told the troops.
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Operational Briefing
Earlier, Shaibu received an operational briefing from the Theatre Commander, Joint Task Force North East, Operation Hadin Kai, Maj.-Gen. Ibikunle Ajose, and sector commanders.
The briefing covered the prevailing security situation, operational successes, emerging challenges and strategies to sustain military pressure on terrorist elements across the North-East.
As part of the visit, Shaibu interacted with wounded soldiers, commending them for their sacrifices and bravery in defending the country.
He assured the wounded soldiers of continued medical care, rehabilitation and institutional support, reiterating the Army’s commitment to their welfare and recovery.
The visit, according to the Nigerian Army, underscored the army chief’s commitment to frontline leadership, sustained operational readiness and improved troop welfare as the military intensifies efforts to eliminate terrorist threats and consolidate peace and security in the North-East.
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