The Chief of Army Staff, Tukur Buratai, has urged troops in the north-east to remain steadfast in prosecuting the counter insurgency as history would not forget them. Mr. Usman said the visit was to assess troops in the ongoing "Operation Deep Push" to clear remnants of Boko Haram terrorists around Sambisa forest. Mr. Buratai, who was represented by the Chief of Administration (Army), ldris Alkali, said Nigeria was proud of their efforts in maintaining peace and order. "We will continue to provide you with all you need to end this war so that displaced persons of this region can return to their respective communities," Mr. Buratai said. The army chief also called on the troops to hasten up their hunt for the leaders of Boko Haram terrorists.

Source: The North Africa Journal April 23, 2017 12:45 UTC