The Nigerian Army has issued a renewed call to all citizens, urging maximum public support in the fight against terrorism, banditry, and other forms of insecurity. The military emphasizes that defeating non-state actors like Boko Haram and armed bandits requires more than just force it demands active civil-military cooperation and robust intelligence sharing from local communities.
Population-Centric Counterinsurgency
Military experts highlight that terrorists rely on local populations for logistics, shelter, and resources. Cutting off these support networks is crucial to dismantling insurgent operations. The Army’s strategy now prioritizes community engagement to bridge trust gaps and encourage timely reporting of suspicious activities.
Key Roles for Citizens
- Intelligence Sharing: Accurate and timely information helps locate terrorist enclaves, disrupt supply chains, and prevent attacks.
- Community Vigilance: Local groups like the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) bring valuable knowledge of terrain and dynamics to support security operations.
- Unified National Response: While the North-East faces the brunt of terrorist activity, the Army stresses that insecurity including kidnappings and banditry is a nationwide challenge requiring collective action.
An Army spokesperson reiterated: “Security is a collective responsibility. By cooperating with the Nigerian Army, citizens are actively defending their own lives, livelihoods, and the nation.” The military has assured the public that all shared intelligence will be handled confidentially to protect sources.
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