
ARMY DESTROYS 22 LAKURAWA CAMPS, RECOVERS ARMS IN SOKOTO, KEBBI
The special brigade of the Nigerian Army has neutralised scores of Lukurawa bandits and destroyed about 22 camps in Sokoto and Kebbi states.
The Theatre Commander of Operation Fansan Yamma, Maj. Gen. Oluyinka Soyele, disclosed this to newsmen on Friday in Sokoto.
Speaking through the acting General Officer Commanding, the 8 Division of Nigerian Army Sokoto, Brig. Gen. Ibikunle Ajose, Soyele said the special operation brigade was deployed by the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, for the exercise.
He noted that the successes were recorded through fresh onslaughts launched against Lakurawa bandits that led to the destruction of bandits’ camps.
Soyele said that the operation was to consolidate successes achieved in the ongoing operation under ” FOREST SANITY III CHASE LAKURAWAS OUT. ”
He charged the troops to ensure destruction of the Lakurawas sects and enjoined them to abide by the rules of engagement and ensure the protection of the lives and property of law-abiding citizens.
Soyele further highlighted that troops have been selected and trained for this mission, hence Nigerians are counting on their ability and professionalism to flush out the Lakurawas.
He added that the special operation was to ensure the total elimination of the Lakurawas sects in Sokoto and Kebbi states.
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