Defence/Security
Military Remains Committed to Protecting Lives and Property, Says Gen. Musa
By Milcah Tanimu
Amid escalating insecurity challenges, General Christopher Musa, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), has reaffirmed the military’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding the lives and property of all Nigerians, regardless of their tribe or religion. He emphasized that the military is nonpartisan and apolitical, and it is dedicated to preserving the country’s territorial integrity from external threats.
During a familiarization visit to the leadership of the Supreme Council of Islamic Affairs at the National Mosque in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja, General Musa highlighted the importance of strengthening the relationship between the Nigerian armed forces and religious leaders across the nation.
He reiterated, “The Military remains committed to protecting the lives and property of Nigerians irrespective of tribe or religion,” underscoring the military’s impartial stance.
General Musa also urged religious leaders to use their influential positions to promote peace and unity, which are essential for the socio-economic development of the country. He emphasized that only through peace and unity can progress be achieved in all aspects of Nigerian life.
In response, Sheikh Professor Ibrahim Ahmad Maqari, the Chief Imam of the Central Mosque, and other attending Imams expressed their gratitude to the Chief of Defence Staff for his visit. They assured him that they, as religious leaders, are dedicated to advocating for peace and unity in their sermons and would continue to pray for peace in the country.
The visit and dialogue between the military and religious leaders aim to foster cooperation and understanding in addressing the security challenges facing Nigeria.
Armed bandits have abducted 30 people during an attack on Zamfarawa village in Zugu District, Bukkuyum Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
Zagazola Makama report that the attack occurred on Oct. 7 at about 2:20 p.m., when a large number of bandits stormed the community, shooting sporadically to scare residents.
The hoodlums were said to have whisked away 30 villagers to an unknown destination.
Following the incident, security forces have intensified efforts to trace and rescue the abducted victims.
The Zamfara State Police Command has confirmed the killing of two armed bandits during an exchange of fire with security operatives in Mada District, Gusau Local Government Area.
According to sources, the operation followed credible intelligence about an imminent bandit attack on villages within the Mada area.
The sources stated that at about 3:10 a.m. on Oct. 7, a joint team of police tactical operatives, community protection guards (CPG), and local hunters were deployed to Fegin Mahe village, where they laid an ambush along the suspected route of the bandits.
Three bandits were said to have approached the location and were immediately engaged in a gun battle by the security team.
Two of the bandits were killed during the encounter, while the third escaped with possible gunshot injuries.
The police said efforts were ongoing to track down and arrest the fleeing suspect.
Three suspected kidnappers have been killed by a mob in Emu Orakwan community, Esan South-East Local Government Area of Edo State.
Sources said that the incident occurred at about 5 p.m. on Oct. 6, when hunters and farmers in the area sighted the suspects at Akabueze camp.
The suspects were said to be among those who allegedly murdered a woman identified as Mrs. Ogbona on Oct. 1.
It was gathered that upon receiving the information, villagers and farmers mobilised and descended on the suspects, inflicting severe injuries on them before the arrival of security operatives.
Army troops accompanied by police personnel, moved swiftly to the scene and met the suspects at the point of death.
They were immediately taken to the General Hospital, where they were confirmed dead.
Their remains have been deposited at Imiuwuguina Mortuary, while investigation into the incident is ongoing.
Again 30 villagers abducted in Zamfara.
2 bandits meet Waterloo in Zamfara ambush.
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