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Guys chill, blue on blue happens once in a while even the US air force can make such mistakes in the heat of battle. It's not easy to have clear visual reference from above say 5000ft upwards.
That's why communication is key, and in the heat of things errors can happen, if you've ever come under fire walai you'll forget everything you have learnt in training it takes alot of mental strength to coordinate oneself under fire.
We are all blaming NAF, but nobody is looking at the possibility that the signal guys on ground may have mixed up things. The situation is really unfortunate and it's ridiculous and simplistic to think the pilots have being compromised.
Wherever they're now they'll be feeling terrible at the incident that happened.

PRESS RELEASE

MAINOK: COAS APPLAUDS TROOPS OF OPERATION LAFIYA DOLE FOR THEIR RESILIENCE AND DOGGEDNESS

On Sunday 25 April 2021, troops of Operation Lafiya Dole deployed in Mainok, Borno State, came under multi-directional attacks by Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists mounted on unconfirmed number of Gun Trucks as well as foot soldiers with possible intent of establishing a phantom caliphate in the town. The terrorists were held by the gallant troops of 156 Task Force Battalion until the arrival of reinforcement teams from 7 Division, Special Army Super Camp Ngamdu and Army Super Camp 4, Benesheik.

During the fire fight which lasted several hours, the gallant troops tactically lured a number of the terrorists into a killing zone within their camp where the Air Task Force of Operation Lafiya Dole scrambled Alpha jets and helicopter gunship which took turns in decimating the already trapped terrorists. In the aftermath of the encounter, scores of Boko Haram terrorists were neutralized with their body part littering the area and a number of their gun trucks destroyed.

Regrettably, one gallant Officer and six soldiers paid the supreme sacrifice while 5 other soldiers sustained various degrees of injuries. The wounded soldiers have already been evacuated to the military medical facility for treatment. Currently, troops are in full control of Mainok and environ as exploitation for fleeing terrorists is ongoing.

The Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen Ibrahim Attahiru has applauded troops of Operation Lafiya Dole for their resilience, commitment and doggedness and further reassured Nigerians of the Army’s unalloyed commitment to defeating Boko Haram/SWAP terrorists while urging citizens to always avail the troops with accurate and timely information for prompt action.

MOHAMMED YERIMA
Brigadier General
Director, Army Public Relations
26 April, 2021

bidexiii:
PRESS RELEASE

MAINOK: COAS APPLAUDS TROOPS OF OPERATION LAFIYA DOLE FOR THEIR RESILIENCE AND DOGGEDNESS

On Sunday 25 April 2021, troops of Operation Lafiya Dole deployed in Mainok, Borno State, came under multi-directional attacks by Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists mounted on unconfirmed number of Gun Trucks as well as foot soldiers with possible intent of establishing a phantom caliphate in the town. The terrorists were held by the gallant troops of 156 Task Force Battalion until the arrival of reinforcement teams from 7 Division, Special Army Super Camp Ngamdu and Army Super Camp 4, Benesheik.

During the fire fight which lasted several hours, the gallant troops tactically lured a number of the terrorists into a killing zone within their camp where the Air Task Force of Operation Lafiya Dole scrambled Alpha jets and helicopter gunship which took turns in decimating the already trapped terrorists. In the aftermath of the encounter, scores of Boko Haram terrorists were neutralized with their body part littering the area and a number of their gun trucks destroyed.

Regrettably, one gallant Officer and six soldiers paid the supreme sacrifice while 5 other soldiers sustained various degrees of injuries. The wounded soldiers have already been evacuated to the military medical facility for treatment. Currently, troops are in full control of Mainok and environ as exploitation for fleeing terrorists is ongoing.

The Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen Ibrahim Attahiru has applauded troops of Operation Lafiya Dole for their resilience, commitment and doggedness and further reassured Nigerians of the Army’s unalloyed commitment to defeating Boko Haram/SWAP terrorists while urging citizens to always avail the troops with accurate and timely information for prompt action.

MOHAMMED YERIMA
Brigadier General
Director, Army Public Relations
26 April, 2021

I truly hope this was the case. Cause that incident broke my heart yesterday. Couldn't even sleep.

Xbee007:
I truly hope this was the case. Cause that incident broke my heart yesterday. Couldn't even sleep.

I remember the Yuletide season of 2019 and the early 2018. I used all the mental strength I had to keep my emotions in check.

War isn't pretty

Odunayaw:
I remember the Yuletide season of 2019 and the early 2018. I used all the mental strength I had to keep my emotions in check.

War isn't pretty

Odunayaw:
I remember the Yuletide season of 2019 and the early 2018. I used all the mental strength I had to keep my emotions in check.

War isn't pretty

Tbh, it isn't. I tried not to burden myself with all the bad news all over the place but it is inescapable. The country is in fire and our men in uniform are just overwhelmed! They deserve much better.

I heard an attack in Gwoza. Tho I hope not true

Xbee007:
Tbh, it isn't. I tried not to burden myself with all the bad news all over the place but it is inescapable. The country is in fire and our men in uniform are just overwhelmed! They deserve much better.

I can bet you Buhari is not aware of what's going on.. The men in power are monsters, Nigeria is boiling and they're watching. Endsars made me realise we are on auto pilot.

SamuelAnyawu:
I heard an attack in Gwoza. Tho I hope not true

It's true, they have brought the war to us...My God!!!!


Where are the Military planners? Why are we this helpless? All the money, time, training and this men are overrunning us? This guys are tactical...I give their planners kudos..I wonder what goes in in the Nigeria defence building? Fat cows!

cutievik:
I can bet you Buhari is not aware of what's going on.. The men in power are monsters, Nigeria is boiling and they're watching. Endsars made me realise we are on auto pilot.

100% sure .. Even if he is aware.Does be remember again. ?

cutievik:
It's true, they have brought the war to us...My God!!!!


Where are the Military planners? Why are we this helpless? All the money, time, training and this men are overrunning us? This guys are tactical...I give their planners kudos..I wonder what goes in in the Nigeria defence building? Fat cows!

Hmmm I’m tired. Well I’m moving out in 2days time out of deep field I pray nothing happens before then.

My location ain’t too far from Gwoza

https://twitter.com/mobilisingniger/status/1386760002543685636/photo/1

A man that performed woefully as The theatre commander of Operation lafiya dole is made the COAS. He didn't even spend up to 8 month before he was booted out of that office because of how incompetent he was.

Even with this kin terrible result, he was made the COAS.

To the people in the presidency, Attahiru became the COAS because the presidency is only comfortable with a Hausa, Kanuri or fulani muslim. Whether he is competent is not their concern, so far you are a muslim, and you're ready to protect the Government of the vegetable, then you're fully qualified to lead the Nigerian army.

I don't see the fight against terrorists having head or tail in Nigeria till someone else takes over in 2023 from the vegetable in Aso Rock.

GMB might not even know Attahiru is the COAS

The Okigwe South Area Command of the Nigerian Police in Imo State was on Monday evening razed by yet-to-be identified gun men.

This is also as the assailants killed fibe policemen and abducted one before torching the command.

The police command, which is located at Orieagu in Ehime Mbano Council Area covers Ehime Mbano, Ihitte Uboma and Obowo council areas of the state.

An eyewitness, who spoke to our correspondent by telephone, said the gun men arrived the police command in a Hummer bus.

On sighting the gun men, one of the policemen on duty opened fire on them, they returned fire and eventually overpowered the police men.
When the loud reports of gunfire died down, five officers were dead and the remaining policeman who was the first to shoot on sighting the gun men, was abducted.

As at the time of this report, the Police authorities were yet to comment on the incident.

All efforts to reach the Police Spokesman, Orlando Ikeokwu proved abortive.

https://www.newtelegraphng.com/just-in-another-police-station-razed-as-gunmen-kill-five-policemen-abduct-one-in-imo/

I won't be shock if the Nigerian police close down all their divisions in imo and start creating their own super camps too.

If we are to rate the policemen in third world countries, The NPF will be one of the most corrupt, one of the most disorganize and one of the most clueless police force in third world countries.

The way dem dey collect bribes for road without any shame nah wetin dey make me always wander pass

Today Monday 26th, April 2020 3:00am. News came in that Chief Sunday Igboho House in Ibadan is under attack. We call on all Yoruba globally to be on alert the Nigerian army has brought the war to us and we must show them that we are no coward and want our self determination and we want it now.

Sunday Igboho escapes as gunmen attack Soka residence in Oyo

Some yet-to-identified people again attempted to attack Chief Sunday Adeyemo (aka Igboho), a Yoruba Freedom fighter at his Soka residence, Ibadan, in Oyo state.

The intruders, according to his spokespersons, Mr Koiki Olayomi and Dapo Salami, have confirmed the futile attack on Chief Sunday Igboho.

According to them, the attackers stormed the house around 1:30 am and attempted to set it ablaze but they were resisted by the vigilant security aides of Igboho.

Though, the two aides didn’t confirm if there were an exchange of gunshots, Vanguard gathered that the two sides exchanged gunfire.

Koiki, on his Facebook page said the gunmen invaded the home of Sunday Igboho located at Soka area of Ibadan in the early hours of Monday.

Some residents of the area said they were praying earnestly while the gunshots were being fired.

Though, one of the spokespersons alleged that the gunmen were from government, there was nothing to prove this claim.

Koiki warned that if the security agents did not leave his boss alone, it might be the beginning of the problem that the government was waiting for.

Koiki said, “The gunmen came exactly 1.30 am. They attempted to enter the house but they were resisted. I cannot confirm the number of those who came. But, they came and they were resisted.

“We are not suspecting anyone, but we know that some people came. They came and they were resisted, that is just it.”

Salami who spoke with Vanguard in a telephone conversation said, “Yes, the hoodlums came to the Soka residence of Chief Sunday Igboho at 1:30 am but there was stuff resistance by our men.”

When asked if the attackers were able to get Chief Igboho, he said “no” adding that Chief Igboho was safe.

“I have not seen him this morning. But, the attackers couldn’t get to him. He is in a safe place now.”

He added that the bandits attempted to burn down the house but they were unable to do so.

A resident who spoke with Vanguard “wondered why this present government was trying to curry problem for itself noting that why should the government be trailing someone who is just protecting his people when the government has failed to do so.

“There are criminals out there who have been bold enough to own up to attacks on some people, this same government is not after them. It appears the government wants to cause problem in the country”.

https://www.vanguardngr.com/2021/04/sunday-igboho-escapes-as-gunmen-attack-soka-residence-in-oyo/

Boko Haram terrorists have hoisted their flag in Kaure village in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State.

Governor Abubakar Sani Bello disclosed this when he visited the Internally Displaced Peoples (IDP) Camp at the IBB Primary School near the Palace of Emir of Minna.

The primary school was hurriedly turned to IDP camp following the sacking of nearly 5000 villagers from their ancestral homes in Shiroro and Munya Local Government Areas.

Bello said, “I am confirming that there are Boko Haram elements around Kaure in Shiroro local government of Niger state. They have taken over the territory, they have installed their flag.”

https://dailytrust.com/breaking-boko-haram-hoists-flag-in-niger-village

Niger state is close to Abuja, I won't be shock if Boko Haram takes this fight to the vegetable in Abuja.

ZULUM PAYS TRIBUTE TO SOLDIERS KILLED IN MAINOK

Borno Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has conveyed empathy and condolences to the families of some soldiers who died at the weekend during a battle with Boko Haram insurgents in Mainok town, along Maiduguri-Damaturu high way.

Zulum, in a statement by his spokesman, Malam Isa Gusau, described the fallen soldiers as heroes, who died protecting the people of Borno and defending Nigeria’s sovereignty.

“Regardless of what happened in Mainok and how it happened as we collectively review the incident, we must first, and importantly, recognize that those soldiers who lost their lives at the weekend were fellow Nigerians; they were parents of children who are now orphans, husbands to wives who are now widows, and loved ones to families and friends now bereaved. They were soldiers of our armed forces who chose out of love for our country, to risk their lives in trying to keep us safe and to protect the sovereignty of our country. We mourn these heroic soldiers and anyone caught at the unfortunate setback in Mainok. ”, Zulum was quoted in the statement.

Gusau however noted that Governor Zulum is seriously disturbed by the incident, especially given the fact that the insurgents have ceaselessly operated along Maiduguri-Damaturu road, impacting on the safety of travelers and residents.

“Governor Zulum is assuring the people of Borno that the setback in Mainok will not deter the state government from its continued collaborative efforts towards ending the insurgency. The Governor calls on the military, other armed forces and volunteers at battle fronts to remain resolute while urging all stakeholders at the highest levels, to continually approach equipping and supporting front line troops with the fear of God,”, the statement adds.

A sources on twitter said the attack at gwoza had been dislodged..

Hope its true

JOSCOFELIX:
https://twitter.com/mobilisingniger/status/1386760002543685636/photo/1

Look at the tail fin of mortar rounds, probably the one that brought the BHT technical to halt.

This is a video of Nigerian army standing idle gallantly while Hausas were destroying people's cars at the front of LASU today.

Chai!! This country don finish.


https://twitter.com/Devttorney/status/1386724350116700168

If the Yorubas there come out with weapons to fight back, then you will see the Army shooting at this Yoruba boys. But look at them just looking while Hausas were destroying people's cars.

Blueelf:
A sources on twitter said the attack at gwoza had been dislodged..

Hope its true

Yes it has been Repelled.

cutievik:
It's true, they have brought the war to us...My God!!!!


Where are the Military planners? Why are we this helpless? All the money, time, training and this men are overrunning us? This guys are tactical...I give their planners kudos. I wonder what goes in in the Nigeria defence building? Fat cows!

ti iku ile o ba p'ani, ti ode o le pa ni.

There are saboteurs somewhere.....Boko boys aren't invincibles. Nigeria can't win the war against insurgency if the saboteurs aren't eliminated or whatever.

That's d plain truth .. .....

There is a report of UGM attacking an army checkpoint somewhere in afikpo. Some soldiers were killed while the rest made a tactical withdrawal. It happened few hours ago.

DubaiLandLord:
Boko Haram terrorists have hoisted their flag in Kaure village in Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State.

Governor Abubakar Sani Bello disclosed this when he visited the Internally Displaced Peoples (IDP) Camp at the IBB Primary School near the Palace of Emir of Minna.

The primary school was hurriedly turned to IDP camp following the sacking of nearly 5000 villagers from their ancestral homes in Shiroro and Munya Local Government Areas.

Bello said, “I am confirming that there are Boko Haram elements around Kaure in Shiroro local government of Niger state. They have taken over the territory, they have installed their flag.”

https://dailytrust.com/breaking-boko-haram-hoists-flag-in-niger-village

Niger state is close to Abuja, I won't be shock if Boko Haram takes this fight to the vegetable in Abuja.

Video: Boko Haram Has Taken Over Parts of My State-Niger Governor



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-qv2KJUq4g

Gunmen suspected to be bandits have killed a Divisional Police Officer (DPO), eight other policemen and two members of a local security group, Yansakai, in the Sakaba Local Government Areas of Kebbi state.

The DPO killed was identified as Jimoh Abdullahi.

The State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Nafi’u Abubakar disclosed this in a statement on Monday.

“DPO Sakaba, eight other policemen and two ‘Yan-sa-kais lost their lives during a gun duel with the bandits on Sunday at about 14:30 hours,” he said.

The gunmen were said to have invaded the villages around 2:30pm on Sunday.

http://saharareporters.com/2021/04/26/just-bandits-kill-dpo-eight-other-policemen-vigilantes-kebbi

Killing, killing, killing everywhere in the country, wtf is wrong?

DubaiLandLord:
I won't be shock if the Nigerian police close down all their divisions in imo and start creating their own super camps too.

If we are to rate the policemen in third world countries, The NPF will be one of the most corrupt, one of the most disorganize and one of the most clueless police force in third world countries.

The way dem dey collect bribes for road without any shame nah wetin dey make me always wander pass

Well, the NPF is rated as the WORST Police Force in Africa, so....no shock there.

Change, no one asked if it was for better or worse, well, the answer is here.

This is what happens when a country elects an ethnocentrist, bigot, uneducated and most importantly A PREVIOUS DICTATOR. When he refused to appear for debates was when I confirmed that he was not mentally capable to lead a country, and the events in the last year has reaffirmed that believe.

I can't believe that we have a leader that is making me wish their was a coup, because this country is not going to survive till 2023. But unfortunately coups are almost never successful (maybe egypt is the more successful recent example).

Nigeria is in trouble, we have been saying it and I am glad to see that those who shout down at others have all disappeared, it shows that they have seen the truth and are too ashamed to admit it.

ugo4u:
Guys chill, blue on blue happens once in a while even the US air force can make such mistakes in the heat of battle. It's not easy to have clear visual reference from above say 5000ft upwards.
That's why communication is key, and in the heat of things errors can happen, if you've ever come under fire walai you'll forget everything you have learnt in training it takes alot of mental strength to coordinate oneself under fire.
We are all blaming NAF, but nobody is looking at the possibility that the signal guys on ground may have mixed up things. The situation is really unfortunate and it's ridiculous and simplistic to think the pilots have being compromised.
Wherever they're now they'll be feeling terrible at the incident that happened.

Maybe NAF needs to start investing in Forward Air Controller (FAC) courses, plus radios, for some members of it's Regiment, and embed them with Army units so as to enable them call in accurate air strikes.

My owerri is on fire..