CNG urges sustained superior power against bandits, terrorists

The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has lauded the “heroic efforts” of Nigerian security forces for their recent successes in the ongoing fight against bandits and terrorists, which it said have brought relief to many communities across the North. In a statement on Sunday, Comrade Jamilu Aliyu Charanchi, National Coordinator of CNG, said these victories, […]

The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has lauded the “heroic efforts” of Nigerian security forces for their recent successes in the ongoing fight against bandits and terrorists, which it said have brought relief to many communities across the North.

In a statement on Sunday, Comrade Jamilu Aliyu Charanchi, National Coordinator of CNG, said these victories, achieved through “relentless and courageous” onslaughts, demonstrate the “unwavering commitment of our armed forces” to restoring peace and security across the country.

The CNG noted that through the sustained military operation Fansan Yamma, security forces have neutralized notorious terrorist elements within the Alawa Forest in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State in the North Central.

Similarly, in the Northwest, troops eliminated key bandits, including fighters loyal to the infamous Bello Turji, as well as his second-in-command and seven key commanders.

In the Northeast, commendable efforts led to the elimination of Abu Iklima, a Boko Haram commander in Gaizuwa, Bama Local Government Area of Borno State. These coordinated actions have dealt a decisive blow to the operational capabilities of these hardened but now demoralised criminal elements.

“The CNG recognizes and appreciates the sacrifices made by troops on the front lines, who risk their lives daily to ensure the safety of our people even at the cost of their lives. Their bravery and professionalism in confronting these criminals, even in the most dangerous hideouts, deserve our utmost respect, and gratitude.

“The CNG calls for sustaining the momentum through all-fronts onslaught to ensure the total eradication of banditry and terrorism in all parts of the country. It is imperative that the operations are extending to the hideouts of these criminals, weakening and decimating them and preventing their resurgence and attacking capabilities and possibilities,” the statement said.

The coalition urged the “military and other security agencies to sustain and intensify their offensive operations as they demonstrated their unmatched and patriotic strength by taking the fight directly to the strongholds of these criminals and ensuring that they are completely dismantled and unable to regroup.

“The Coalition also extols the Service Chiefs and sister agencies as well as the Minister of Defence for their leadership to the frontline troops and availing them with the necessary resources to prosecute the operations gallantly.

While appreciating the leadership, we call on them to equally sustain their support and backing for a more valiant triumph against the enemies of Nigeria and Nigerians.”

The CNG also called for greater synergy between the federal and state governments, as well as improved coordination and cooperation among all security agencies “that will optimize resources, enhance intelligence-sharing, and ensure a comprehensive approach to eradicating terrorism and banditry.”