The Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, and the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, have arrived in Sokoto. The high-profile visit follows President Bola Tinubu’s urgent directive for the nation’s top defence chiefs to relocate to the troubled state.
Upon arrival at the Headquarters of the 8 Division Nigerian Army in Sokoto, the delegation was welcomed by Brigadier General Ajose, who currently leads the 8 Division and serves as the Force Commander for the Joint Task Force North West Operation Hadarin Daji. The visit is a critical step in assessing the volatile security situation in Sokoto State, where banditry and terrorism have wreaked havoc on local communities.
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This emergency intervention aims to strengthen the operational capacity of the troops on the ground and boost their morale as they continue to face the daunting challenges posed by organized criminal groups.
Sokoto, along with neighbouring states, has been a focal point of deadly bandit attacks, prompting swift action from the highest levels of government. The outcome of this high-stakes visit is eagerly anticipated, with further details expected to be released soon.
