The Northern Development Agenda (NDA) has commended the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, and the Nigerian military for their decisive action against the Lakuruwa sect in North-West part of the country.
According to the group’s Secretary General, Dr. Sani Mohammed, General Musa’s strategic deployment of a Special Operations Brigade to Sokoto and Kebbi States has yielded unprecedented successes in the fight against the sect.
The group praised General Musa’s commitment to protecting the lives and properties of innocent citizens, describing it as proof to his exceptional leadership and dedication to the nation.
Mohammed said the troops, under General Musa’s guidance, have demonstrated remarkable professionalism, adhering to the rules of engagement while ensuring the protection of civilians.
He noted that their selfless service and bravery have led to the neutralisation of several terrorists and the recovery of significant arms and ammunition.
The Northern Development Agenda urged General Musa and the military to continue their excellent work, recognising that the fight against insecurity is a continuous one.
The group also called on all Nigerians to support the military in their efforts to restore peace and security in the region.
“We commend the visionary leadership of the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, and the bravery of the Nigerian military in their relentless pursuit of peace and security in the region,” the statement said.
“General Musa’s strategic deployment of a Special Operations Brigade to Sokoto and Kebbi States has been a masterstroke, yielding unprecedented successes in the fight against the Lakurawa sect.
“The troops, under General Musa’s guidance, have demonstrated remarkable professionalism, adhering to the rules of engagement while ensuring the protection of civilians. Their selfless service and bravery have led to the neutralisation of several terrorists and the recovery of significant arms and ammunition.
“The Northern Development Agenda applauds General Musa’s leadership and the troops’ bravery, and we urge them to continue their excellent work. We recognise that the fight against insecurity is a continuous one, and we encourage General Musa and the military to remain vigilant and focused on their mission.
“We also call on all Nigerians to support our military in their efforts to restore peace and security in the region. The fight against insecurity is a collective responsibility, and we must all play our part in supporting our military and promoting peace and stability in our communities.
“Once again, we commend General Musa and the Nigerian military for their outstanding service to the nation. We are confident that with their continued efforts, we will soon witness a significant improvement in the security situation in the region.”