Ndume Urges Military To Sustain Operations In Sambisa, Other Terrorists’ Enclaves

Senator representing Borno South at the National Assembly, Sen. Ali Ndume has called on the Nigerian military to sustain the ongoing operations in the Sambisa Forests, and Mandara Mountains bordering the Cameroun Republic, the Timbuktu Triangle and the shores of the Lake Chad region in order to stem the tide of Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists in the areas.

Ndume recalled that many years ago, he was one of the strong advocates, calling on the military to take the war to the doorstep of the insurgents, and be proactive rather than reactive.

The senator lauded the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Waidi Shaibu, other Service Chiefs, and the Theatre Commander of ‘Operation Hadin Kai’ for their commitment to these new strategies to end the ongoing Boko Haram crisis, reflecting Nigerians’ concerns.

Senator Ndume in a press statement he personally signed, which was obtained by LEADERSHIP yesterday in Maiduguri, hailed troops of the the Nigerian Army, Airforce, Police, members of the Civilian Joint Task Force, Hunters and other security agencies for their sacrifice and commitment aimed to end the over 16-year killings and destructions in Borno State and the entire North East by the terrorists.

He also acknowledged the support and contributions by Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno State, his counterparts from other states of Yobe, Adamawa, Gombe, Bauchi and Taraba, which led to the relative peace currently enjoyed in the North East sub-region.

Ndume, the former chairman of the Senate Committee on Army, noted that the synergy among the military, the government, and resilient civilians led to the reconstruction, rehabilitation, and resettlement of millions of hitherto displaced persons back to their liberated homes/communities.

“For many years ago, I was one of the strong advocates, calling upon the Military to take the war to the doorsteps of insurgents, and to remain proactive rather than reactive. I am happy because this is what is manifested now against the terrorists.

“I humbly call on the military authorities to sustain the ongoing operations in the Sambisa Forests, Mandara Mountains bordering the Cameroun Republic, the Timbuktu Triangle and shores of the Lake Chad region to stem the tide of Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists”, Ndume stated.

He therefore urged the people to continue to give credible information on the whereabouts or movement of terrorists or criminals to the relevant security agencies, adding that fighting insecurity, such as terrorism, banditry, or kidnapping, should not be left on the shoulders of the government or security agencies alone.

Ndume prayed God to grant eternal rest to the souls of the departed heroes during the renewed onslaught, and wished the injured ones a quick recovery for their unwavering commitment and sacrifice defending their fatherland.