“We’ll Defeat Terrorists,” Military Says, After Uncovering Plot To Bomb Key Infrastructure

The Nigerian Armed forces has vowed to defeat Boko Haram and Islamic State of West Africa Province, ISWAP, no matter what it takes.

The AF made this declaration on Thursday after it warned Nigerians of plan by the two terror organisations to attack critical infrastructure in the country.

The Director Defence Media Operations. Maj Gen Edward Buba, made the revelation in a statement on Thursday, affirming the readiness of the military to totally defeat the insurgents.

He explained that the AF forces have “emplaced” measures to counter the planned attack against the country by the blood thirsty Islamic groups, adding that all the security agencies in the country have been placed on high alert, saying the insurgents must be defeated on the street and “battle field.”

According to Buba, “These terrorists are the enemy that must be fought and defeated. They are responsible for keeping the nation in an almost constant state of counter terrorism and counter insurgency.

“in this fight, citizens must understand that, we must never compromise on security, otherwise everyone’s security will be compromised. This is a situation that cannot be over emphasised for us to live in safety and security.

“We recognise and have included this as part of our strategy to win the war. Overall, we have no choice but to fight for the safety and security of our citizens. We also fight to safeguard our nation and preserve our way of life as a people. For us as a force, Defence is the essence of what we do as an armed forces.

“Accordingly, we would defeat the terrorists on the battlefield and help our nation flourish again.”