Army to troops: Do everything to eliminate Lakurawa terrorists

The Nigerian Army has directed troops under Operation Fansan Yamma to either eliminate the Lakurawa terrorists or ensure their expulsion from the country’s territory.

The Theater Commander of the Joint Task-Force Northwest, code-named ‘Operation Fansan Yamma’, Maj.-Gen. Oluyinka Soleye, gave the directive during a visit to troops stationed at Balle, headquarters of Gudu Local Government Area of Sokoto State, on Friday, January 10, 2025.

Addressing the troops, Soleye encouraged them to remain steadfast in their mission, while assuring them of full support of the Army headquarters.

Soleye said: “I am here to check on you and motivate you in your efforts. Let me assure you that we stand by you.

“Do everything within your power to either eliminate the Lakurawa sect or ensure their complete removal from our territory.”

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Soleye commended the troops for their commitment and determination, pledging the Nigerian Army’s unwavering support to the operation’s success.

In an interview with journalists, the Chairman of Gudu LGA, Buhari Kurdula, applauded the troops’ efforts in maintaining security in the area, especially against bandits and Lakurawa terrorists.

Kurdula explained that the Lakurawa terrorists had been in the area for about eight years and only making a more permanent base in the past one year.

The chairman, however, expressed optimism that with the current firm stance of government, the dangers posed by the Lakurawa sect and other security threats would soon be addressed.

The Star