DubaiLandLord:
https://gazettengr.com/nigerian-air-force-pays-bandits-n20-million-to-avoid-shooting-down-buharis-plane/

I couldn't believe this news after seeing it on Nairaland politics section, I thought it was even a fake news... I'm shock other news media carry am after making a little research

cutievik:


And Sir, do you believe this?

Hoverbird:

It was first posted by an international media outlet..
The story is true forget what propagandist say here. Buhari was supposed to travel to daura for the APC state Congress but for reasons not meant for public consumption he wasn't present.



https://www.wsj.com/articles/nigerias-gangs-raised-millions-by-kidnapping-children-now-the-government-cant-stop-them-11634400009

SamuelAnyawu:
*Maidugurii city security update!!!*

*Focus !!* Assault and killings !!

There has been some elements using Keke NAPEP from midnight to attack people in their houses and in some cases killed them!

The trend reportedly started by some CJTF who were dismissed from a school they were protecting on the account of stealing !

They reacted by killing the principal of the School in the night !

The attacks has since spread out to other people suspected to be reprisals from the disgruntled CJTF and there mentors !

The trend may not immediately affect us and our interest ...however please let us adopt some suggested mitigations below as a precaution to the threat !!

1, Avoid using Keke NAPEP with one or two people inside at night

2, Avoid late night movement getting back home latest by 9pm

3, Install hardening to protect your rooms if they are vulnerable to intruders

4, Maintain low visibilities not showing your work status in your neighborhood

5, Don't take side with community conflicts openly in your environment

6, Where possible vary your routes and timings for your outings

We shall continue to monitor the trend and provide update if the threat persists ...

Thank you !!

Another issue we are going to find hard to deal with soon JTF

Hoverbird:

It was first posted by an international media outlet..
The story is true forget what propagandist say here. Buhari was supposed to travel to daura for the APC state Congress but for reasons not meant for public consumption he wasn't present.



https://www.wsj.com/articles/nigerias-gangs-raised-millions-by-kidnapping-children-now-the-government-cant-stop-them-11634400009

Hoverbird:

It was first posted by an international media outlet..
The story is true forget what propagandist say here. Buhari was supposed to travel to daura for the APC state Congress but for reasons not meant for public consumption he wasn't present.



https://www.wsj.com/articles/nigerias-gangs-raised-millions-by-kidnapping-children-now-the-government-cant-stop-them-11634400009

Hoverbird:

It was first posted by an international media outlet..
The story is true forget what propagandist say here. Buhari was supposed to travel to daura for the APC state Congress but for reasons not meant for public consumption he wasn't present.



https://www.wsj.com/articles/nigerias-gangs-raised-millions-by-kidnapping-children-now-the-government-cant-stop-them-11634400009

RiceProducers:


The story is true because it came from a "foreign source" ?. Take it from me thar you have insulted yourself here.

DubaiLandLord:
https://gazettengr.com/nigerian-air-force-pays-bandits-n20-million-to-avoid-shooting-down-buharis-plane/

I couldn't believe this news after seeing it on Nairaland politics section, I thought it was even a fake news... I'm shock other news media carry am after making a little research

Xbee007:

Only big fools will believe this nonsense.

Toju200:
PRESS RELEASE

NAF DID NOT MAKE ANY PAYMENT TO BANDITS IN EXCHANGE FOR WEAPONS

1.​ The attention of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has been drawn to news reports circulating on some media platforms alleging that the NAF, through one of its personnel, paid the sum of N20 Million to armed bandits operating in Jibia Local Government Area (LGA) of Katsina State in exchange for an anti-aircraft gun allegedly seized. The report went on to state that the reason behind the payment was to retrieve the anti-aircraft gun which, it alleged, the NAF feared could be used against aircraft operating within Katsina State.

2.​ The NAF wishes to categorically state that there is absolutely no iota of truth in the spurious allegation that was undoubtedly designed to cast aspersions on the good image of the Service. The said report is totally false. It should therefore be taken as fake news and disregarded. Indeed, we ordinarily would not have responded to such baseless and utterly illogical allegation but for the need to set the record straight as well as reaffirm the NAF’s unflinching commitment to decisively dealing with the armed bandits and all other criminal elements *in the Country in partnership with other services of the Armed Forces and other security Agencies.*

3.​ For the avoidance of doubt, it must be stated that there is no basis for the NAF to pay bandits or any criminal elements that it has continued to attack and decimate in Katsina State, other parts of *the North-West as well as other Theatres of Operation in the Country.* Indeed, as recent as *12 October 2021* , NAF aircraft conducted 5 missions in the Jibia general area and engaged targets with rockets and cannons at Bala Wuta bandits’ locations in Kadaoji. Similar successes were recorded at Fakai Dutsin Anfare, an area in Jibia LGA known for its high incidences of bandits’ activities. The false reportage therefore, begs the question as to why the NAF would negotiate for a weapon allegedly seized and still carry out air interdiction missions on the same bandits and their strongholds. *The NAF is of the view that, this latest false report could be a part of a campaign to further the cause of insecurity in Nigeria by elements who see the NAF as a threat following series of successful exploits in operations against criminal gangs.*

4.​ Perhaps, this provides an avenue for the NAF to yet again appeal to members of the media, both local and international, as well as social media, to be circumspect in their reportage and endeavour to always verify their facts before going public. The public is enjoined to disregard the falsehood emanating from some sections of the social and mainstream media. The NAF also uses this opportunity to call on citizens to continue to cooperate with security agencies as efforts are ongoing to rid the entire Nation of criminals and their activities.

5.​ On our part, the NAF, as a professional and disciplined force, will not in any way be discouraged from carrying out its mandate to rid the entire North-West Nigeria of banditry and other forms of criminality. We remain resolute in performing our function and will continue to work in synergy with other sister Services and security agencies to rid the Country of all criminal elements.

6.​ Kindly bring this information to the awareness of the general public.


Edward Gabkwet
Air Commodore
Director of Public Relations and Information
Nigerian Air Force

17 October 2021

Valkrie:



Once you see or hear them deny a report...then just know the report is an absolute truth....!! Anyo oni yeye....!!!

Tobiloba24072:


Also you are a big fool.

Hoverbird:

People that denied that they didn't bomb innocent villagers despite evidences and pictures from victims in the hospital, only for them to later accept that the bombing incident happened albeit in error. Only an idiot will expect NAF to agree that they paid to retrieve that AA..

Tobiloba24072:



Nah people wey no know say problem nah my job, go dey pinch me.

Tobiloba24072:


WoeBetide666, warn yourself, if you know what I do for a living, you wouldn't be playing childish mind games with me, this is the second time, I didn't want to call you out the first time. I'm smarter than you

WoeBetide666:


Why are you comparing apples and oranges, you homosexual? Thunder fire your papa

Valkrie:



Once you see or hear them deny a report...then just know the report is an absolute truth....!! Anyo oni yeye....!!!

SamuelAnyawu:


Sometimes I wake up here in Sambisa with the feelings that we might just be fighting a Fruitless war in the Northeast.

My reasons :
1) Many peeps are still in support of terrorism( They may not say it with their mouths, but deeply in their hearts) Funnily enough, even by those affected by it.

2) The Poverty Rate is Astronomically high.

3) No Birth Control. A man with no means of income still getting married and procreating several kids with no fatherly care. ( Raw Materials for ISWAP)


Well make we still Dey push and pray.
May God continually bless our Gallant Soldiers cos e get time e reach even Jack Sparrow abandoned his Black Pearl.

WoeBetide666:


Wait, WSJ na credible news source? This is what happens when you take white worshipping too far

Xbee007:

Only big fools will believe this nonsense.

Faithful007:
Instead of trying to employ fallacies. Sit down and ask yourself. Why is the government repeatedly denying the act of paying bandits, when evidence keeps on growing. From sustained rumors,to a WSJ piece. Why does every bloody group with automatic rifles seem to overwhelm the government?

Why then do we have special forces? Or are they just better trained infantry. What happened to night missions, door kicking, sabotage, reconnaissance, captures and assassinations?

Think, brother think.

Many of you here like to feel smart, but are averse to criticizing own beliefs.

Hoverbird:

People that denied that they didn't bomb innocent villagers despite evidences and pictures from victims in the hospital, only for them to later accept that the bombing incident happened albeit in error. Only an idiot will expect NAF to agree that they paid to retrieve that AA..

Roan77:
We have a lot of gullible youths in Nigeria, so people actually believe Naf will pay bandits just for 1 AA gun?
An AA that Naf has been decimating from Boko Haram and ISWAP for decades now? How much would it cost Naf to destroy this particular AA gun?
We have a lot of clowns in Nigeria actually.

Xbee007:

This is a foolish logic.

tutudesz:

Some people just like hearing bad news about the military, Whether fake or true. If you tell them 500 Bokoharam members were killed, they say it's a lie but tell them 5 soldiers were killed, they will believe.