The Nigerian army, on Sunday, March 11, vowed to sustain its efforts to identify and arrest sponsors of attacks on killings in the three states of Adamawa, Taraba and Benue adding that no suspect would be spared by the military agencies.
The army said this in a statement by Brigadier General Texas Chukwu, its director public relations, while expressing concerns at the continued attacks and killings in some parts of the affected states.
“The attention of the Nigerian Army has been drawn to the continued disturbing, senseless killings and wanton destruction of properties in Adamawa, Benue and Taraba states.
“In view of this, we strongly warn the perpetrators of these crimes to desist forthwith.
“The Nigerian army in conjunction with sister services and other security agencies are working assiduously to identify and arrest all those involved regardless of their disposition in the society including government functionaries.
“We would like to unequivocally reiterate that the Army Headquarters warns the arsonists and the killers to stop or face decisive action by troops.
“Our Rules of Engagement (ROE) is clear on arson and murder, therefore, no such criminal acts would be allowed in any of the aforementioned states,” the statement said.
The statement warned the public that when troops are called out for internal security operations, they are not to joke or persuade anyone.
“We have warned our commanders on the ground to take decisive actions or face court martial,” it said.
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Source: Naija.ng