COAS Lit General Taoreed Lagbaja in his continuous assessment arrived Yobe State

 

Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, Nigeria Chief of Army Staff (COAS) in his continuous operational assessment in the North East Theatre today Saturday September 2, 2923 arrived Damaturu, Yobe State.

Following the on-going clearance operations code named “Operation Desert Sanity” to ride the Timbuktu Triangle of insurgents where he was briefed by the commander sector 2, Major General Lander Saraso, on the security situation in Yobe State.

 IThe COAS  was also briefed on the Nigerian Army Special Forces School by the Commandant, Brigadier General Wara Bello Idris.

While addressing officers of the Sector, the Army Chief applauds the troops for their service to the nation and the victories of the ongoing  operations, which he said, has demystified and deconstructed the notorious Timbuktu Triangle which hitherto, was an enclave of the ISWAP/BH insurgents.

General Lagbaja was also dismayed on the challenges, and assured the troops that the challenges currently experienced in the sector will be given prompt and due attention. 

He encouraged the troops to freely communicate their concerns through  appropriate channels, guaranteeing that they will always be granted audience and accorded appropriate attention. The COAS charged the troops to avoid distractions, but rather remain disciplined and focus on their mission. 

Gen Lagbaja equally paid a visit to officers and soldiers who were wounded in action and are receiving medical attention at the Level ll Field hospital, Damaturu. While praying for their speedy recovery, Gen Lagbaja reassured them of the Army Headquarters intervention in ensuring that they are given adequate medical attention, including medical evacuation for overseas treatment. 

The COAS however proceeded on an inspection and assessment of the level of work at the new Army Barracks under construction in Damaturu.