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Service chiefs charge troops to flush out terrorists, others

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa and other service chiefs on Sunday charged troops to check terrorism and other criminal activities in the country.
Musa, who made the call during the Armed Forces Remembrance Day Social and Award Evening for Soldiers, Ratings, and Airmen in Abuja, urged the troops to pursue and neutralise threats wherever they may hide.
He stressed the need for a more proactive approach in addressing security challenges.
He noted that the military must make a significant impact in operations against insecurity in 2025.
Musa said: “We are not where we want to be, but we’re heading there, and I can assure you that by working together, we shall overcome all acts of evil.
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“Our task is to look for the bad guys and take them down. I have encouraged all our commanders this year that we must make a great difference in all our operations.
“We must step out of the temple, look for the criminals wherever they enter, and go after them.”
On his part, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, reinforced the military’s crucial role in ensuring peace and stability in the country.
He reminded the troops of their oath to serve the nation with loyalty and resolve.
“We must go wherever lawfully sent by land, sea, or air.
“We must remain resolute in our fight against terrorism, insurgency, secessionism, and other threats to our collective peace as Nigerians,” said Oluyede.
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