The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa has stated that the notorious terrorist kingpin, Bello Turji's ranks have been thrown into significant unrest by the outgoing military offensive against terrorists in Nigeria's Northwest.
During an interview at the inaugural Annual International Lecture in Abuja on Thursday, Gen. Musa stated that Turji is currently in a state of panic after his associate, Halilu Buzu, and several other commanders within his network were killed.
According to him, "The renewed military onslaught has sent shockwaves through Turji's camp.
"The recent eliminations of key figures in his organization have left him scrambling and exposed."
Emphasizing how the elimination of Halilu Buzu and other terrorist leaders has instilled fear within Turji's camp, the Chief of Defence Staff said, "His behaviour clearly shows he is in a state of alarm. He once felt empowered to speak as though he was the sole authority, but now he realizes he is not in control. The killing of Halilu Buzu, his mentor, has made him acutely aware that he is next," he stated, describing Turji’s current actions as mere noise in a desperate attempt to assert dominance.
The CDS further noted that the terrorist kingpin has crossed a critical threshold. He assured that military operations would persist, leading to the continued downfall of many terrorists.
He attributed the prolonged insecurity in the region to factors such as poverty, illiteracy, and poor governance.
"This environment has produced a significant population of idle youth. As we eliminate some, more join their ranks. Additionally, with a 1,500-kilometer border with Niger Republic and another with Benin Republic, there is constant movement of people across our borders."
"Efforts are underway to secure these borders and restrict their mobility," he added.
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