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The Force Commander (FC) MNJTF, Major General Abdul Khalifah Ibrahim has stressed the need for continued collaboration and coordination as a key to effective joint operations for ultimate defeat of Boko Haram /ISWAP terrorists.
He commended the selfless sacrifice and commitment of the troops, as prelude to speedy end to insurgency in the Lake Chad region while reassuring the troops of his prompt response to addressing the identified challenges, so as to support the ongoing operations.
This was contained in a statement issued by the Chief of Military Public Information, Headquarters Multinational Joint Task Force, N”Djamena Chad, Colonel Muhammad Dole
The statement further said the Force Commander informed the troops of impending support from the EU and other partners that would be a game changer. General Ibrahim was also emphatic on the need for renewed commitment, teamwork and discipline in the conduct of ongoing operations while calling on the troops to be vigilant, alert and conscious of their environment, so as not to be taken by surprise by the enemy.
He warned the troops against complacency especially in the face of ongoing terrorists’ defection and surrender as he concluded his maiden familiarisation/operational tour of the four sectors in the MNJTF with the last leg being the visit to Sector 4 Diffa in Niger Republic on 25 August 2021.
The Commander Sector 4, Colonel Mamane Sani Kiaou who warmly received and briefed the FC on the ongoing operations and other matters, highlighted major achievements, plans and challenges. He stated the combat readiness and fighting spirit of troops of the sector has led to the impressive record of performances of his troops.
Meanwhile, While on a courtesy call to the Governor of Diffa region, His Excellency, Issa Lamine, the Force Commander praised the initiative of Niger Republic, when it called for the formation of the MNJTF in October 2014.
This according to the Force Commander clearly demonstrated the desire of Niger republic for collective action against the menace of BHT/ISWAP insurgents. General Ibrahim therefore solicited for continuous logistics and equipment support as well as strategic direction to enable MNJTF accomplish assigned tasks.
The Governor while responding expressed appreciation for the visit and pledged to mobilise public support for the success of the Force. He however, urged for better synergy of efforts and cooperation among the forces in order to achieve the desired objectives.
Lateefah Ibrahim
