MILITARY DENIES BOMBING CIVILIANS IN SOKOTO COMMUNITIES
The Joint Task Force Northwest, Operation Hadarin Daji, has responded to reports alleging that a military fighter jet mistakenly bombed civilian structures in Silame Local Government Area of Sokoto State.
In a statement issued on Wednesday by Lieutenant Colonel Abubakar Abdullah, Coordinator of the Joint Media Coordination Centre, Operation Hadarin Daji, the task force acknowledged the concerns raised by the reports.
He said, “However, it is crucial to clarify that all military operations are conducted based on thorough intelligence and reconnaissance missions.
“This rigorous process is particularly important when targeting groups like the Lakurawa terrorist organisation, as it aims to ensure precision and protect civilian lives.
“Given the serious nature of these operations, the public is urged to rely on confirmed information to prevent misinformation and unnecessary panic.
“There is a significant risk that terrorist groups may attempt to undermine military successes through media disinformation, necessitating caution concerning unverified claims, especially in the ongoing fight against terrorism and banditry.
“Importantly, the targets struck in the vicinity of Gidan Sama and Rumtuwa have been positively identified as associated with the Lakurawa group, reinforcing the justification for the military action taken.”
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