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Nigerian military raises alarm, says Boko Haram, ISWAP terrorists planning suicide bombing attacks during Sallah
This was contained in a statement by the Media Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force North-East, Operation Hadin Kai, Lt. Col. Sani Uba.
According to the statement, credible intelligence indicated that remnants of Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province terrorists might attempt isolated attacks during the celebration.
It said the terrorists could target civilian locations using suicide bombers and improvised explosive devices, particularly in crowded areas.
Uba said the Theatre Command had anticipated the threats and activated measures to counter them.
The statement said troops had been deployed to critical and vulnerable locations across all sectors of the theater.
It added that surveillance and Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance assets had been activated, while patrols had been intensified.
The command said security forces were working closely with sister agencies, the Civilian Joint Task Force and community vigilance groups to prevent attacks.
Ahead of Wednesday’s celebrations, troops have been forward-deployed to critical and vulnerable locations across all sectors of the Theatre, surveillance and ISR assets have been fully activated, patrols have been intensified, and security forces are operating in close coordination with sister agencies, the CJTF, and community vigilance groups to forestall any threat and guarantee a secure festive period for all residents,” the statement read.
Operation HADIN KAI also called on traditional rulers, religious leaders, media organisations, and community stakeholders to support ongoing security efforts by sharing credible information in a timely manner.
The command reiterated its commitment to denying terrorists freedom of action and ensuring that residents celebrate Eid el-Fitr in peace and safety across the North-East region.
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