Nigeria’s Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, has praised the troops of Sector 2 for their dedication to the nation and the achievements of the ongoing operations, known as “Operation Desert Sanity.”
He made these remarks during his operational tour of the North East theatre of operations on September 2, 2023, in Damaturu, the Yobe state capital, while addressing officers and soldiers of Sector 2.
Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu, the Director of Army Public Relations, released a statement indicating that the Army Chief received a briefing from Major General Lander Saraso, the Commander of Sector 2, regarding the security situation in Yobe State and the progress of “Operation Desert Sanity,” which aims to eliminate insurgents from the Timbuktu Triangle.
The COAS who was also briefed on the Nigerian Army Special Forces School by the Commandant, Brigadier General Wara Bello Idris said the troops have demystified and deconstructed the notorious Timbuktu Triangle which hitherto, was an enclave of the ISWAP/BH insurgents.
General Lagbaja assured the troops that the challenges currently experienced in the sector will be given prompt and due attention. He encouraged the troops to freely communicate their concerns through appropriate channels, guaranteeing that they will always be granted audience and accorded appropriate attention.
The Army Chief charged the troops to avoid distractions, but rather remain disciplined and focus on their mission.
He equally paid a visit to officers and soldiers who were wounded in action and are receiving medical attention at the Level ll Field hospital, Damaturu.
While praying for their speedy recuperation, Gen Lagbaja reassured them of the Army Headquarters intervention in ensuring that they are given adequate medical attention, including medical evacuation for overseas treatment.
The COAS later proceeded on an inspection and assessment of the level of work at the new Army Barracks under construction in Damaturu the Yobe State capital.
