- The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Olatunbosun Oluyede, has announced an intensified campaign against the Lakurawa terror group in the North-West.
- Operation Fasan Yamma has been ramped up to dismantle Lakurawa’s terror network through enhanced intelligence gathering, rapid deployment of special forces, and synchronized air and ground offensives.
- The Army Chief emphasized the importance of combining kinetic and non-kinetic measures to ensure lasting peace and safety in affected areas.
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Olatunbosun Oluyede, has unveiled plans to dismantle the Lakurawa terror group in the North-West. Speaking at the 2024 COAS Annual Conference, Gen. Oluyede assured Nigerians of the Army’s commitment to neutralizing threats to national security.
Gen. Oluyede revealed that Operation Fasan Yamma has been intensified to dismantle Lakurawa’s terror network. The operation involves enhanced intelligence gathering, rapid deployment of special forces, and synchronized air and ground offensives to control the region and eliminate threats. Additionally, local communities are being engaged for information-sharing to foster trust and unity in countering Lakurawa and other terror groups.
The Army Chief emphasized the importance of combining kinetic and non-kinetic measures to ensure lasting peace and safety in affected areas. To prevent fatigue and maintain morale, the COAS announced a systematic rotation of troops in operational theaters. This move is crucial for preserving the physical and mental well-being of soldiers, ensuring readiness and motivation.
Gen. Oluyede also outlined his leadership philosophy aimed at transforming the Nigerian Army into a well-motivated, combat-ready force. He emphasized the importance of professionalism in military education, noting that all training institutions would be geared toward equipping officers and soldiers with the skills required to meet Nigeria’s security challenges.
