Military to Capture Bandit Leader Bello Turji Soon, Says Defence Chief.√√√Newzspy.
Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa.
The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has reaffirmed the military’s commitment to eliminating notorious bandit leader, Bello Turji, stating that his days of terror are numbered. Addressing reporters after a high-level security meeting at the Defence Headquarters in Abuja, General Musa expressed confidence that the Nigerian Armed Forces will soon apprehend Turji, who has been at the helm of numerous violent attacks, kidnappings, and other criminal activities, particularly in the northwest region.
Turji, infamous for leading a network of heavily armed bandits and terrorizing rural communities, has long evaded capture. However, General Musa assured Nigerians that the military is intensifying its operations to track him down and neutralize the threat posed by his group.
“It is only a matter of time before we get him,” the CDS declared. “Bello Turji is just a deranged individual who mistakenly feels powerful because of his control over his bandit network. But I can assure you, in the shortest time possible, we will apprehend him and address this issue decisively.”
The security meeting, convened at the heart of Nigeria’s defence command, was attended by top military and paramilitary officials, reflecting the seriousness of the security challenges posed by insurgency and banditry. Among the attendees were National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu, Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Emmanuel Ogalla, and Chief of Air Staff Air Marshal Hassan Abubakar. The leadership of paramilitary organizations was also present, further highlighting the cross-agency collaboration necessary to address the nation’s complex security threats.
During the briefing, General Musa called on communities in areas affected by banditry and terrorism to support the efforts of the military. He emphasized that the continued presence of informants within local communities has hampered military operations by providing critical information to criminal elements.
“One of the major challenges we face is the support that some individuals within the communities give to these bandits. They provide them with information about the movement of our troops,” General Musa revealed. “This is what is allowing these criminals to continue their activities. If the communities stand with us and stop giving them this support, it will be easier to contain the situation.”
He also warned that asymmetric warfare, which the nation is currently battling, is a unique and difficult type of conflict. The nature of these wars, he explained, involves non-state actors who do not wear uniforms, making it difficult to distinguish them from civilians.
“Asymmetric warfare is something that must be prevented from taking root because once it starts, it becomes a very difficult operation. You are dealing with non-state actors who do not wear uniforms, who do not operate like conventional soldiers. They know us, but we don’t know them,” General Musa explained. “That is why we are calling on every Nigerian to assist us by not supporting these bandits. They are in the communities, and if the people refuse to cooperate with them, we will quickly defeat them.”
The military chief’s comments came in the wake of a recent surge in banditry and kidnapping incidents in the northwest, where armed groups have continued to exploit the vast, rugged terrain to evade military crackdowns. General Musa’s declaration is expected to renew hope among citizens that the military is committed to eradicating these criminal elements.
In addition, the CDS called for stronger collaboration between the military and other security agencies, highlighting the necessity of working together to deny criminals the freedom to operate within Nigeria’s borders. He reiterated the importance of intelligence gathering and information sharing in ensuring the success of ongoing military campaigns.
“We must all come together—Armed Forces, security agencies, and the general public—to ensure that these bandits and terrorists can no longer move freely within our communities,” General Musa stressed. “The more we collaborate, the faster we will achieve peace and security in all affected regions.”
The Nigerian government has been grappling with the twin challenges of insurgency in the northeast and banditry in the northwest, both of which have taken a significant toll on local populations, forcing many to flee their homes. Efforts to combat these threats have seen a combination of military operations, community engagements, and amnesty offers, though the results have been mixed.
Nonetheless, with the renewed commitment from the top military brass, there is growing optimism that Bello Turji’s reign of terror will soon come to an end, and a sense of normalcy will be restored to the troubled region.
As General Musa emphasized, the military remains resolute in its mission to protect the territorial integrity of Nigeria and ensure the safety of all its citizens. “We are not backing down. We will bring all enemies of the state to justice, no matter how long it takes,” he vowed.
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