Fresh bombings of creeks underway as FG takes delivery of Russian fighter jets

A fresh combat against militant activities in Ikorodu may be on the horizon after the Nigerian Air Force took delivery of two recently acquired Russian Mi-35M fighter jets.

Reports say a major aerial offensive on Isawo in the Ikorodu area (believed to be the strong hold of militants) is on the cards even as Maj. Gen. John Enenche, Director, Defence Information said not much sensitive information about their operations will be revealed yet.

“Just be patient with us. You don’t have to jump the gun. I have heard about the incident. We have information at the strategic level, which cannot go out yet,” he stated.

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But Gen. Enenche quipped that; “The Operation Awatse by the Armed Forces is aimed at curbing pipeline vandalism and petroleum products-related criminality with negative socio-economic consequence for the country.

“It is ongoing. Surveillance is key to the success of the military in this operation, which is based on accurate and timely intelligence. In this regard, the general public around Lagos and Ogun states in particular are very useful for more successes in this operation.”

The delivery of the Russian fighter jets is coming after the Senate called on the Federal Government to ensure better security in Lagos following recent attacks by militants on some riverine communities in Lagos State

 

 

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