DHQ denies Niger's withdrawal from MNJTF and vows to capture terrorist kingpin Bello Turji.

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BY: NEWS DESK

The Defence Headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria has denied reports that Niger Republic has left the Multinational Joint Task Force, saying that such a move would result in severe security implications.

Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja recently, the Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj. Gen. Markus Kangye says that the MNJTF is still a vital regional security collaboration and it is essential to prevent any member state from departing.

He said, “When you hear ‘deem say,’ it means the information lacks credibility. I think this area has been a subject of discourse in the past few months, especially when some members of ECOWAS decided to form an alliance and attempted to exit ECOWAS.

“But, you know, the Multinational Joint Task Force was established by the Lake Chad Commission countries to address their common security concerns.

“Nigeria has been making significant efforts to ensure the sustainability of this task force. However, if for any reason a member decides to pull out, the implications will be substantial. The synergy we are supposed to enjoy may no longer be there.

“It is not in our interest for any country to leave because whatever affects them also affects us. If a country withdraws, it creates a gap in effort and reduces the strength of the contingent from that country.

“Therefore, efforts must be made to prevent such a situation from happening. Do you understand? We will continue to examine the situation, and as we always do, we will provide further briefings when necessary."

Kangye reassured the public that security forces are dedicated to apprehending the notorious terrorist leader Bello Turji.

He denied claims that the military had scaled back its operations against herdsmen, terrorists, and cattle rustlers, among other groups.

“Then on the aspect of whether the troops are not, or they have downscaled their operations against Cattle rustlers and some terrorists.

“No. As I read out, troops intercepted some trucks loaded with cows, and they recovered them, and they are still on the hunt for high-value terrorists. I have also read out the report for the quarter, some high-value terrorists that were eliminated during the quarter.

“I have mentioned their names. So as for Bello Truji, it is just a matter of time, an appointment will be fixed with him by his maker,” Kangye stated.

Concerning the welfare of injured troops, Kangye denied accusations of neglecting soldiers wounded in action.


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