An End Has Come For Bandits and Terrorists- Badaru, Defence Ministers Blows Hot

From Abdul Ganiyu

The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has called on the Nigerian Airforce to intensify the use of their various platforms to bring an end to banditry and terrorism in the country.

According to the Minister, the air force is key to fight against terrorism and banditry saying they must put their acts together to end the war against heroism and banditry this year.

Badaru disclosed this during his operational visit to the Air Component Sector 2 Operation FANSAN YAMMA in Katsina State.

The Defence Minister appreciated the heroic Air personnel who had continued to shine as beacons of hope, courage and resilience saying it is an inspiration to Nigerian people.

He opined that their efforts were yielding positive results as farmers were gradually returning to their farms, schools were being reopening, and businesses were picking up as Nigerians can now sleep peacefully.

According to the Minister, President Bola Tinubu President has expressed confidence on their unwavering loyalty, perseverance and professionalism.

He recognizes the personal sacrifices the airforce was making every day to keep our country together.

“It is pertinent to know that the President has provided the Nigerian Air force with state of the art Aircraft and unmanned aerial vehicles to enhance their attack capabilities,” Badaru said.

“With the induction of these new platforms including the   T129 Attack Helicopter,  I am confident we will make Mr President and Nigerians proud.”

“Consequent to this, it is no coincidence that I am here today to flag off this critical phase of the Operations.

 “I therefore urge you to synergize with the ground forces and other stakeholders to ensure maximum effect from these combat enablers”.