The Nigerian Army on Wednesday said it would crush terrorists, bandits and other criminals disturbing the peace of the country as directed by President Muhammadu Buhari.
The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Ibrahim Attahiru, stated this at the Army Headquarters in Abuja while hosting the new permanent secretary of the Ministry of Defence, Musa Istifanus, who was on a familiarization visit to Defence Headquarters.
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Attahiru solicited continuous support of the ministry in the areas of manpower efficiencies, capacity development as well as provision of adequate equipment and weapon system for operational efficiency.
“Let me assure you that the Nigerian army, under my leadership, will continue to defend the territorial integrity of the country, including advancing our national interest in line with our constitutional responsibility despite attendant constraints.