As part of efforts to eradicate the Lakurawa Sect from Sokoto and Kebbi states, a Special Operations Brigade has been deployed to the region by The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa.
The move according to a statement released in Sokoto, is to reinforce the ongoing operations aimed at eliminating the self-acclaimed jihadist group operating in the two northwestern states while consolidating the significant successes achieved under Operation Forest Sanity III, code-named Chase Lakurawas Out.
In his address to the troops on Friday, the Theatre Commander, Major General Oluyinka Soyele, represented by the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 8 Division Nigerian Army and Commander of Sector 2, Operation Fasan Yamma, Brigadier General Ibikunle Ajose, tasked the troops with ensuring the total dismantling of the Lakurawa Sect in the affected states.
He also called on them to adhere strictly to the rules of engagement while prioritizing the protection of lives and properties of law-abiding citizens.
“Nigerians are counting on your ability to flush out the sect and restore peace,” he stated, expressing confidence in their professionalism and capability.
The GOC highlighted the precursor and shaping operations already carried out by troops of the 8 Division under Operation Fasan Yamma. These operations targeted forests and enclaves in areas such as Rumji Dutse, Sarma, Tsauna, Bauni, Malgatawa, Gargao, Magara, Kaideji, Nakuru, Sama, Sanyinna, Kadidda, Kolo, and Dancha Villages across Illela, Tangaza, and Binji Local Government Areas.
The operations have reportedly destroyed 22 camps, neutralized several sect members, and the recovery of weapons, including four rifles, 409 rounds of PKT 7.62mm NATO ammunition, and 94 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition.
“The deployment of the Special Operations Brigade will serve as an additional force to frustrate the activities of the bandits, thereby restoring normalcy to the affected communities and the Northwest region in general,” Brigadier General Ajose concluded.
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