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For the second time in her checkered history, the intervention of Russia in Nigeria's security challenges has proved crucial in dealing with difficult situations. First was the three years civil war (1967-70) and presently, the supply of the right arms and ammunition that have helped to turn the tide of war against the Boko Haram terrorists in the north-eastern part of the country.

Investigations have revealed that following the reluctance of America and the suspicious response of the West to Nigeria's counter-terrorism and counter-insurgency efforts, federal government turned to the East for help.

THISDAY was informed by sources within the presidency and security circle that the botched $15m arms deal, which exposed America's hypocrisy, forced Nigeria to look for alternative sources of arms supply.

According to one of the sources, the outcome of such strategic move is the acquisition of the right kinds of armoury that has helped to change the game against the terrorists with the recent liberation of many towns and communities from the stronghold of the insurgents.

They noted in particular that the role of Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAPS) Vehicles from South Africa and Russia was crucial in the recent liberation of Baga where terrorists' mines proved ineffectual against the military onslaught.

The top intelligence source commended the National Security Adviser (NSA), Col. Mohammed Sambo Dasuki (rtd.), for taking the bold initiative in the desperate efforts that brokered the deals with Russia, South Africa, and China, amongst others.

"When the Americans refused to assist and we found out that they were playing games with us, citing human rights violation, several countries were willing to assist. You already know how Israel wanted to assist, and still do. Now Russia, China and some others have been cooperative.

"This does not mean we have done away with our American and Western allies but our national security comes first and any useful assistance will suffice", the source said.

In the same vein, a security source said that the "game changing tactics deployed by the Federal government to boost the efforts of the military against the insurgents has been greatly enhanced by these new deals in both the Army and Air Force".

"Apart from the arsenal and equipment in the regular inventory of the military which were procured and put into action to combat the insurgents, some specialized and high grade weapons and equipment as well as tactics proved to be a game changer in the efforts of the military", the source said.

THISDAY was informed that the list of procurement of high grade military arsenal in the Nigeria Army includes the "T-72 Russian-made tanks deployed to support troops’ advance at all axis, RM 70 multiple rocket launchers, and Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAPS) vehicles from South Africa, Russia, Czech Republic.

"For the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), we have the MI35 attack helicopters from Russia and associated weapons and accessories, Agusta 109 support helicopters, Super PUMA helicopters from France, F17 Bombers with precision guided munitions, and the ever present Alpha Jet bombers".

In addition, the source noted that special procedures were also designed to inflict maximum misery on the terrorists "such as the operations of Special Forces – used for specialised operations such as cut-off operations, town clearing, helicopter support operations".

"We also have specialised night helicopter operations that seriously degraded Boko Haram leadership, round the clock aerial surveillance by strategic surveillance platforms, which provides round the clock intelligence to ground troops before, during and after operations.

"This is also followed up with specialized ground to air communications between surveillance platforms, aerial attack platforms and ground troops".

THISDAY had also reported how a change of battle plans, regional alliance, and especially the acquisition of the right weapons has helped to change the battle situation in the ongoing counter-terrorism and counter-insurgency offensive against the Boko Haram terrorists.

It noted that since the latest arrangements, the terrorists have lost strategic towns including Mongonu, Marte, Gamboru Ngala, Dikwa and other surrounding communities, all thanks to the game changing weapons and arrangements.

Accordingly, with the official confirmation of Baga's liberation due to the game changing strategies, it’s a matter of days or a few weeks for the remaining frontiers in Borno State such as Bama, Sambisa and Gwoza to be recaptured.

The source singled out two of the major game-changing factors that turned the tide of the battle to include the regional agreement with the countries of the Lake Chad Basin Commission to destroy Boko Haram safe havens within their contiguous boundaries, as well as the stockpile of new sophisticated weapons like drones, battle tanks, attack helicopters and night vision technology.

Actually, the source noted, major issue people are asking is that if we have not been able to deal with these issues in the last two to six years how can we resolve same now?
According to the source, the answer is simple, adding, before now there was no agreement or cooperation with our neighbours; even the hot pursuit arrangement was not honoured but now they have all agreed.

"The first thing is the sincerity and commitment of our neighbouring countries on the task of eliminating the terrorists", the source said.

Two, the source added, for the first time, the Nigerian military has stockpiled all armaments not brought in bits and pieces but some brought at once with bigger transport aircraft.

The source said: "They brought some of these game changing tanks and armoured vehicles. The APCs, T-72 battle tanks, T55 armoured tanks with mine sweeping capabilities, which are used in Baga and currently in Sambisa and Gwoza; and the attack helicopters, especially the Cobra equipped with night vision capabilities have turned the tide against Boko Haram.

"There are more use of drones but we don't want to name all of them for security reasons because Americans that don't want us to have these weapons may have a different motive. Look at when one of the drones was sighted in Adamawa, the US were said to be angry, asking how we were able to secure them".

"The beauty of it is that these drones are doing very well and has enhanced our capacity and battle success. We are now having more drones; China, Russia and other countries have been helping out in this regard. We mainly Surveillance drones that can convey real war situation, and can maneuver the terrorists. It’s actually these drones that helped to identify the terrorists’ camps".

In the same vein, THISDAY gathered from the military authorities, that readjustment at the tactical and operational levels also helped to transform the fortunes of the Nigerian military.

One of the top senior officers informed THISDAY that the increasing involvement of the Generals in leading the battle has helped to instill confidence in the rest of the soldiers and junior officers.

"Another point is that the senior officers who are increasingly leading the battle are now encouraging the soldiers to get involved. Before some of the Commanders used to be from the Colonel downwards but now you see Generals leading the charge from the battlefront. Like the battle that is going on now in different parts of Borno like Gwoza, Baga and so on are being commanded by the Generals.

"Also the change of attitudes of the senior officers who have left their cozy offices into the battlefield has helped to boost the soldiers morale. This has actually 'gingered' the soldiers and discouraged those who wanted to desert, saying 'if such generals could be on the battlefront that means nobody is just sending them to go and die. So this is one of the reasons we are winning the battle", the source said.

Also, a military source disclosed, there is intensive training and retraining of the troops in non-conventional warfare.

Speaking further, the source explained that "the counter-terrorism and counter-insurgency training being given to some of our forces are beginning to bear fruit in addition to arrival of more special forces to join the fight.

"Boko Haram were more active before in the night but with the acquisition of night vision technology our troops have had the upper hand".


Suicide Bomber Strikes Potiskum Market

But despite the valour of the Nigerian troops, the terrorists are yet striking, this time resorting to more of suicide bombings as Potiskum, for the second time in a month, witnessed another suicide bombing when a female suicide bomber attacked the Global System of Mobile Communication (GSM) market in Yobe State’s biggest commercial town, leaving five dead and 46 others injured.

It would be recalled that just about a month ago, many persons were killed and injured at the same market in what has become a frequent incident in Potiskum.

In Potiskum and the state capital Damaturu, suicide bombers, especially females, have continued to hit motor parks, GSM market, restaurants and several public places in recent times, leaving several lives lost, many persons injured and property also destroyed.

A mobile phone accessories seller at the market, Yusuf Jubrin told THISDAY on phone that a female suicide bomber hit the entrance of the GSM market located in the heart of Potiskum town around 1:15 pm.

He said the attack resulted in her death and four other persons with many left severely injured.

He said, “We saw the girl and we became suspicious of her movement and when one of us tried to confront her, the bomb on her went off, killing both of them and three others, while several others sustained injuries and have been taken to the General Hospital in Potiskum."

A source at the hospital told THISDAY on phone that five corpses from the attack were deposited at the morgue and 46 persons were admitted for treatment.

When the source spoke to THISDAY at about 3pm yesterday, he said "some of those injured have minor injuries and some may need to be referred to bigger hospital outside the state as their injuries were serious."

The source did not rule at a rise in the death toll, insisting that some of the injured persons were hanging to life, "I pray that they will be able to make it as their situation is very serious."

The Police Public Relations officer, ASP Toyin Gbadegesin, who confirmed the incident on phone to journalists, said he was yet to be furnished with the details of the blast yet.

He however promised to make the number of casualties known to the press immediately it is made available to him.

Gbadegesin said; “Yes, I can confirm to you that there is a blast at the Kasuwan Jagwal market (GSM market) in Potiskum where it happened last month but how it happened and the casualty figure are not yet known”

Suicide bombing has become rampant in Potiskum, the commercial town of Yobe state.



Abandoned Boko Haram Arms Recovered

But the sign that the days of the terrorists are numbered was evident in the fact that troops engaged in cordon and search in Baga have continued to discover more arms of various background and shapes abandoned in some houses and the surrounding by fleeing terrorists.

Heaps of weapons most of which were strange looking or destroyed are still being gathered. Many abandoned or destroyed motorcycles have also been discovered.

A soldier was stabbed while another was shot during a close quarter battle which ensued as troops involved in cordon and search caught up with some of the fleeing terrorists Sunday evening. A number of individuals who claimed to be residents are also being interrogated in order to ascertain their identity and motive.

The group consisting mostly women continued to hail and cheer the troops as they conduct thorough search in the area. Wanting to be sure the group was not working for the terrorists despite the excitement, they had to be placed under watch.

The cordon and search as well as patrol of the localities continue while the offensive on terrorists is progressing in other areas of the theatre of the counter terrorist campaign.

http://www.thisdaylive.com/articles/how-russian-arms-are-helping-nigeria-fight-boko-haram/202513/

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shadowgwalker:
hmmm!all yorubas as usual, they've been migrating like cattle rarers for some time, they never experienced the civil war.... now they worship buhari as a god.

Seriously I'm still wondering what brought 'Buhari', 'civil war' into this ... Did you experience civil war?

So after how many years? MR CLUELESS is just unveiling a new security strategy.. few days to the election

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johnwizey: I have a friend who is an ND 1 student of federal poly ilaro Α̲̅πϑ he's above average academically. He is contemplating on obtaining jamb form next year because of the pressure at home due to his inability to gain admission into the university after writing jamb for three times. The least score in his jamb exam is 205 but he's just so unlucky. Any advice for him cos he told me he had no hope in the direct entry stuff

OP na you jor... Go and get a jamb form. That's my advice

Some people are just dumb.. Una no get sense? Even after some smart posters above me indicated that the article is fabricated and even gave proof.. people still belief this article.. Smh

Thanks bro. Really appreciate

tomiobj: How old are you. I'll check online for some academies for u. It all depends on your age

17 .. would really appreciate it.

You know i was just wondering, I'm a very Good footballer, and the Academy i play for has got some Awesome ones too.. But the opportunity isnt just here in Nigeria , so i was wondering, is it possible for me to travel to Europe (UK, Germány, Spain, France) et, and join one of the league's feader team.. I don't want to go through any agent , cos most of those guys are scammers.. so please, is this possible? If it's not, how do I go about it?

hod898: This spokesman must be a high school leaver who didn't pay attention to details. In his over hyped APC there have been series of presidential candidature mishaps in which his allies in the likes of Atiku and co had fall outs because of disunity and the very lack of harmony. So far, we didn't hear of any PDP member who argued that he wanted to contest for presidential primaries. Instead of presenting candidates who had selfish ambitions, members of the party decided to endorse a sole candidate who would represent them for the good of the party and Nigeria at large. That's maturity mixed with strategy.
Knowing that President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan with his accomplishments will give his party a big blow during the presidential elections, Alhaji Lai Mohammed has decided to vomit thrash that has no base to stand on.
Regardless of his sentiments, Goodluck Jonathan was endorsed with harmony and party diplomacy as opposed to endorsement through hanky-panky, PERIOD.

10000000000 likes..

It seems almost impossible to find the 30000 they're looking for..

But wait ooo?? WhY NIGERIA? wetin we do?

I thought our army wasnt functioning anymore? So they're still alive

im sure the military would dismiss this and leave the chibok people all on their own.. I watched a program on ebonylife tv and they showed chibok community, its sad that the people of chibok are the ones defending themselves, they dont evem have enough food to eat, water is scarce, they dont know if today is gonna be their last..its really sad.. Jona please do something, dont wait till they kill one of your own before you react

Choi! Another display of sheer stupidity... I blame Jonathan for this... If He had provided Jobs for our youths, e.g this dude.. I'm sure he wouldn't have done this... Smh..

My cover has been blown, My identity has been revealed.. So there's no need hiding.

frosbel: Ignore their mockings, it is to be expected from such.

"God blesses you when people mock you and persecute you and lie about you and say all sorts of evil things against you because you are my followers." - Matthew 5:11

True.. I've removed the whole story.. When I'm ready I'll post it again.. This time, I'm gonna post the full version.. So they'll get where I'm coming from. And why I was tryna protect my identity.

Creatrixity: Lmao!This thread did prove something..we are all gullible!
Op,you should consider a career in script writing.
Very interesting and true-at-the-surface post.fascinating,if you ask me.lol!

You guys should get something.. This story isn't false, the only thing false there is me having a double account.. I created this account to protect my identity..

LET ME CLEAR THE AIR HERE FOLYKAZE.. I'M NOT HERE TO ARGUE WITH ANYONE.. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTION, READ MY POST AGAIN.. OR IF YOU WANNA ARGUE, YOU CAN CREATE YOUR OWN THREAD ABOUT THIS STORY AND ARGUE ON IT..

Tpfkakambo: Poster, thank God 4 ur testimony.
You cud easily hav died and Gone 2 hell because u tot d model u built to fit God in didnt fit Him.
Many chrstians hav rejcted God cuz of a failed xpctation.
I replied a post yesterday, where a member was arguing and sayg i wrote nonsense, cuz i stressed tht "PRAYER IS'NT THE KEY" . D bible never anywhere has a verse like tht and many ppl hav paid dearly tryg 2 get answers on dat principle.. It's a subtle deception.
Please nxt time humble urself and investgate ur christianity, the bible is God's wrd and stand up solidly to any scrutiny.

For d atheists , their response will b typically dishonest.
Probability of an event like this being tru is 50-50. It cud a lie or d truth. If it is d truth, mor credence to God (whom they believe doesnt exist) if it is a lie (thn ofcurse atheism is justified), Yet theyll always ignore d other side of d coin tht discredts their belief: prvg
tht atheists here arent based on objectvity but biase,

There won't be a next time, because I'm never going back.. And for the If false, Atheism is justified theory, that's wrong because I'm sure there are several true stories out there... Atheism shouldn't be justified if my story is true or not.. What matters is your personal experience(S) with Him. As there are true stories out there, there are also fake stories.. The only reason where/When atheism is justified is when we all die, and nothing happens..

manmustwac: Cool story but I believe you were always a christian at heart & it only took an illness to convince you to reconvert back to christinity. How long were you an athiest for? Was it up to a year?

2 years.. I became an atheist late 2010/early 2011 don't know the exact year..I wasn't always a deep Christian, I was just a Sunday Sunday christian.. I guess somehow, when Muskeeto, Mazaje posts started convincing me, I became angry at God.. Life had no meaning to me, I really wanted God to show Himself..
So i guess that was why i went on a bleeping spree..
I was happy to be finally free

vedaxcool: Maybe this should make front page! Though we are in no position to verify the story, but we should take the op's word as being true.

@op did the doctor ever explained why you became paralyzed? I mean how did the white stuff actually paralyzed you? And how old are you now and when you became an atheist? Are you sure it wasn't stroke you suffered from? Coz what you describe seem more like stroke, in any case, I believe God actually restore people health as he deems fit! One last thing, are u sure you didn't become an atheist because you wanted a life free from responsibility than because you actually believed there was no god? Sometimes the devils comes in so many forms, prying on peoples weaknesses, this could have been the means to which he made atheism looked great! Any way best wishes from finding your way from the woods . . .

1. He didn't explain anything to me
2. Touched it, and fell down flat.. couldn't move
3. I cannot categorically tell you that now.
4. 2010/2011 don't know the exact year
5. I became an atheist because Mazaje, Muskeeto showed me the light. and yeah! i Guess i wanted to live freely
Hope i have answered all your questions?

FOLYKAZE: And you think we are stupid or something? This cheap lie and deception of yours has on ground here.
Your silly christians are here praising and rejoicing for your fake testimony. But wait, do you read the bible at all?

Hebrews 6:4-6
New International Version (NIV)
4 It is impossible for those who have once been enlightened, who have tasted the heavenly gift, who have shared in the Holy Spirit,
5 who have tasted the goodness of the word of God and the powers of the coming age
6 and who have fallen away, to be brought back to repentance. To their loss they are crucifying the Son of God all over again and subjecting him to public disgrace.


If you had study the bible very well, you would have seen this verse. You have feed with lies by your pastor. Atheist are intelligent people. We cant be feed with lies.

What made you convert to Atheism in the first place? And please why did you renounce atheism?

You know something? Before i posted this story, I always knew there would be doubters, if i were in your shoes, I would have doubted this story too.. In my days as an Atheist or F**ktheist, as someone called me, I heard so many stories about deliverance i doubted, So i don't blame you, I would have probably done the same if i were in your shoes.. You're free to believe whatever you wanna believe bro. It's a free world, No one is forcing you to believe