The Nigerian military has planned to launch an aggressive military operation in Zamfara State in few weeks, the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja has assured.
Gen Taoreed Lagbaja announced this when he visited Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal in Gusau in his continuation of his tour of the North West on Monday..
Governor Dauda Lawal canvassed more military presence and intervention to tackle the insecurity in Zamfara State
A statement by the Spokesperson to the Governor, Sulaiman Bala Idris, said the Chief of Army Staff was on an official tour in the Northwest zone.
He added that the Chief had a closed discussion with the Governor on how to improve synergy and foster ways to combat the menace of banditry in the State.
“The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, was on an official tour to the Northwest. While in Zamfara State, he had a closed-door meeting with Governor Lawal where important security issues were discussed.
“The Governor and the Chief of Army Staff brainstormed on strategies that would enhance military operations to restore peace in the State.
“The visit by the Army Chief has indicated a sign of commitment to address the lingering insecurity. It would also boost the morale of the soldiers at the war front.
“Lieutenant General Lagbaja assured the Governor that in a few weeks, there would be an aggressive military operation in Zamfara State.”
