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GOC emphasizes need for realistic, combat-oriented training
GOC emphasizes need for realistic, combat-oriented training
By: Michael Mike
The General Officer Commanding (GOC), 6 Division Nigerian Army/ Land Component Commander, Joint Task Force, South South, Operation DELTA SAFE, Major General Jamal Abdussalam has reiterated the need for a realistic and battle-focused training to effectively combat the security challenges within 6 Division Area of Responsibility (AOR).
According to Acting Deputy Director 6 Division Army Public Relations Major Danjuma Jonah Danjuma, Major General Jamal Abdussalam made the call during the inauguration of Exercise SHINNING STAR IV at the 6 Division Training School, Port Harcourt, Barracks, Rivers State.
Speaking further, the GOC who was represented by the Chief of Staff, 6 Division, Brigadier General Babatunde Omopariola restated that the concept of the Exercise is to provide a common platform for harmonized post-basic training to selected young soldiers, after their initial military training at Depot Nigerian Army.
He added that training was designed to improve the soldiers’ knowledge and capability to effectively counter current security challenges in a complex operating environment, particularly in 6 Division AOR.
The GOC charged the participants to take advantage of the training opportunity provided to sharpen their skills to enable them to carry out their responsibilities professionally.
This, he said, was in line with the Chief of Army Staff, Command Philosophy which is “To Transform the Nigerian Army into a Well-Trained, Equipped and Highly Motivated Force Towards Achieving our Constitutional Responsibilities within a Joint Environment.”
Earlier, in his remarks, the Acting Division Training Officer (DTO), Lt Col Abdullahi Manu stated that the training is aimed at building the abilities of participants, enhance their confidence in weapon handling as well as acquainting them with team manoeuvre skills.
He further added that emphasis would be placed on minor tactics, tactical drills, and live firing.
This, he said, would significantly improve their level of proficiency in the field.
The acting DTO further implored the participants to maximize the opportunity offered by the training exercise to develop their individual and group abilities in carrying out assigned tasks.
He emphasized that instructors are well prepared to ensure the objectives of the training are achieved.
GOC emphasizes need for realistic, combat-oriented training
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
By: Zagazola Makama
Security forced have neutralised two suspected notorious bandits during a clearance operation in Ukum Local Government Area of the state.
Sources told Zagazola that the operation followed credible intelligence received on Tuesday at about 1:00 p.m.
The report indicated that a criminal gang led by one Senen Hemen, also known as Orpa, was sighted along the pipeline axis between Gbeji and Igbongom communities in Ukum.
According to the sources, security forces were promptly mobilised to the location, where the gang engaged the operatives in a gun duel.
During the exchange, Hemen and another gang member identified as Mzungweve Ichur, both from Igbongom, were shot dead, while others fled the scene with gunshot injuries.
The sources confirmed that the corpses of the two suspects had been recovered and deposited at a private mortuary in Gbeji, while a manhunt had been launched in the surrounding bushes to track the fleeing accomplices.
The sources assured residents that the operation was part of ongoing efforts to rid Ukum and adjoining areas of violent criminal gangs.
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
By: Zagazola Makama
Gunmen have abducted a worshipper from a mosque in Gbonkan Village, Ipapo, Itesiwaju Local Government Area.
Sources said that the victim, identified as Amadu Usman, was kidnapped on Monday night while praying at the mosque alongside his elder brother, Adamu Usman.
The sources said seven armed men invaded the mosque at about 9 p.m. and whisked the victim away to an unknown destination.
The sources said that a joint team of security forces, Amotekun Corps, vigilantes and local hunters had since launched a search-and-rescue operation, combing surrounding bushes to track down the suspects and rescue the victim.
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA, in collaboration with the Police, Community Watch Corps and local vigilantes, have repelled a bandit attack in Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State.
Sources said that the incident happened on Tuesday evening when armed bandits launched an attack on a hunters’ camp in Naalma village.
According to the sources, the troops and other security operatives responded swiftly to a distress call and engaged the bandits in a fierce gun battle, forcing them to withdraw.
“During the operation, Usman Lawal, 35, the Commander of the Hunters’ group, sustained fatal injuries. One of the bandits was neutralised while the rifle earlier seized from the hunters’ commander was recovered.
“Other fleeing bandits are suspected to have escaped with gunshot wounds. Troops are currently conducting cordon-and-search operations within the area,”said the sources.
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
Security forces neutralise two notorious bandits in Benue clearance operation
Gunmen abduct worshipper in Oyo community
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA repel bandit attack in Malumfashi, Katsina
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