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Nigerians Urged to Support Armed Forces in Fighting Terrorism

Strategic Insights

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A non-partisan advocacy organization, the North-East Youth Renaissance Group (NYRG), has called on Nigerians to support the country's armed forces in their battle against terrorism. The group believes that with determination and the support of the people, the military can effectively reduce the security situation in the region to a minimum. This appeal comes after a failed attack by the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) on New Marte and the Forward Operating Base at Kumshe in Borno state, resulting in at least 15 ISWAP fighters being killed.

Key Takeaways:

  • The North-East Youth Renaissance Group (NYRG) has appealed to Nigerians to support the armed forces in their fight against terrorism.
  • NYRG believes that with determination and the support of the people, the military can effectively reduce the security situation in the region to a minimum.
  • A failed attack by ISWAP on New Marte and the Forward Operating Base at Kumshe in Borno state resulted in at least 15 ISWAP fighters being killed.
  • The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) under the Chief of Defence, Gen. Chris Musa, have shown capacity to defend the country and take the battle to terrorists.
  • The collaborative effort of members of the Armed Forces and other security agencies has been commended by NYRG.
  • The group emphasizes the importance of residents of the North-East region to continue to pray for and support their troops.

Statistics:

  • At least 15 ISWAP fighters were killed in the failed attack on New Marte and the Forward Operating Base at Kumshe in Borno state.
  • The security situation in the North-East region is described as "fluid" with many "said tales".
  • The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) have shown capacity to defend the country and take the battle to terrorists.
  • THE North-East Youth Renaissance Group (NYRG) encourages Nigerians to "continue to pray for and support our troops as they seek to turn around the unenviable situation and sad tales our region finds itself now."

Sources:

  • A statement signed by Secretary of the North-East Youth Renaissance Group (NYRG), Bello Alhaji.
  • Blueprint report on the failed attack by ISWAP on New Marte and the Forward Operating Base at Kumshe in Borno state.
  • Statement from the Chief of Defence, Gen. Chris Musa.
  • North-East Youth Renaissance Group (NYRG) statement on supporting the armed forces in the fight against terrorism.

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