Defence Headquarters Reacts To Video Of Soldiers In Dialogue With Bandits In Katsina

Defence Headquarters Reacts To Video Of Soldiers In Dialogue With Bandits In Katsina

The Defence Headquarters has initiated an investigation into a video circulating on social media showing soldiers purportedly engaging with bandits in an undisclosed location within Katsina State.

The inquiry aims to verify the authenticity of the footage, particularly concerning the individuals seen wearing military uniforms.

In a statement released last night, Brig.-Gen. Tukur Gusau, the Director of Defence Information, stated that the military high command is aware of the intention of some bandits to renounce violence and surrender their weapons to the authorities.

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The statement also noted that the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, has assured the Nigerian populace that the military will utilize all lawful means to ensure peace and stability prevail in our beloved nation.

“The DHQ assures Nigerians that its non-kinetic measures aimed at restoration of peace are yielding results, with several bandits and other criminal elements surrendering to authority.

“Governments at all levels are encouraged to allow bandits  genuinely willing to surrender to do so while the window is still open.

“The DHQ is doing everything possible to restore peace and tranquility all over the country and urge all citizens to remain calm and be law-abiding.”