- the deployment is part of efforts to strengthen ongoing military operations under Operation Enduring Peace
- While addressing personnel at the task force headquarters in Jos, the army chief urged troops to maintain professionalism
- He also assured the soldiers that necessary logistics and operational support have been provided
The Chief of Army Staff, Waidi Shaibu, has ordered the immediate deployment of more than 850 additional troops to reinforce security operations in Plateau State.
Eko Hot Blog gathered that the move comes in response to a fresh wave of violence in the state, including a recent attack in the Angwan Rukuba area of Jos North that reportedly left at least 28 people dead.
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Confirming the development, the Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force, Chinonso Oteh, said the reinforcements are aimed at supporting troops already on ground to reduce tensions and restore peace in affected communities.
According to the statement, the deployment is part of efforts to strengthen ongoing military operations under Operation Enduring Peace.
While addressing personnel at the task force headquarters in Jos, the army chief urged troops to maintain professionalism, discipline, and firmness in tackling criminal elements threatening residents.
He also assured the soldiers that necessary logistics and operational support have been provided to enable them to carry out their duties effectively.
The additional troops have been tasked with safeguarding lives and property, as well as improving overall security across the state.
Meanwhile, following the March 29 attack, the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, had earlier directed the deployment of Police Mobile Force units and other tactical teams to Plateau State to reinforce security efforts.
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