The Nigerian Army has denied reports that Maiduguri, the
Borno state capital, is under attack. In a statement released this morning, the
Army says Maiduguri at the moment is peaceful and calm. Read the statement
below
Information
circulating on social media revealed that some mischievous elements are
insinuating and peddling rumours of 'terrorists' plan to execute deadly attacks
on some selected populated areas and key facilities in Maiduguri town and
neighboring areas in order to cause panic and inflict casualty on innocent
Nigerians.
Headquarters Theatre Command, Operation Lafiya Dole, assures
the public that necessary measures have been put in place to checkmate the
purported evil plans of the criminals.
Accordingly, troops in the Theatre, have been committed to
ensure movements and activities of the marauders are effectively thwarted.
Troops are also in staging positions in line with the Super Camp Concept to
destroy the bandits whenever they are seen.
Consequently, members of the public are urged to disregard
the rumor of 'deadly attacks' on Maiduguri and environs. The fake news is
circulated by mischievous elements and other collaborators of the criminals
with the aim to instil fear and panic in the minds of the people as well as to
sabotage the efforts of the military and other security agencies in the
struggle to end the menace.
Members of the public are therefore enjoined to disregard
the alleged attacks on Maiduguri city and environs and go about their routine
lawful businesses without fear or hindrance.
The public are also advised to be more vigilant and report
unusual/suspicious presence or movements of persons especially at important
public places like markets, schools, mosques and churches as well as venues for
occasions to security agencies.
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