From Jude Owuamanam, Jos
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has, in a swift and decisive move, approved the immediate deployment of additional troops to strengthen ongoing operations under Operation ENDURING PEACE in Plateau State.
This is to contain the escalating security situation in parts of the state.
A statement signed by the Media Information Officer, Joint Task Force Operation ENDURING PEACE, Captain Chinonso Polycarp Oteh, said the reinforcement is aimed at supporting troops already on the ground in de-escalating tensions and restoring law and order across affected areas of the state.
While addressing troops at the Headquarters of the Joint Task Force Operation ENDURING PEACE in Jos, the COAS charged them to remain professional, disciplined and firm in dealing with criminal elements threatening the peace and security of law-abiding citizens. He assured the personnel that adequate logistics and combat enablers have been provided to ensure the effective execution of their mission.
The newly deployed troops, numbering over 850, were drawn from formations in Abuja and Kaduna. The troops have been tasked with the protection of lives and property, as well as ensuring the safety and security of residents across the state.
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