The Defence Headquarters, at the week end, reassured residents if Abuja, and adjoining states of their safety following rumour of the infiltration of Boko Haram terrorists into the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
The assurance was conveyed in a statement by the Coordinator, Defence Media Operations,
Defence Headquarters Major General John Enenche.
The statement reads:
“The Defence Headquarters wish to reassure residents of FCT and other adjoining states that the Armed Forces of Nigeria and other security agencies have been on red alert to combat crime and ensure effective surveillance of the Federal Capital Territory and other States of the country. This is imperative sequel to a purported memorandum from the Nigeria Customs Service warning its staff on a possible attack on the FCT. The Armed Forces of Nigeria working together with other security and response agencies particularly the core intelligence agencies hereby assure the general public that preventive and preemptive intelligence are ongoing. The general public is thus advised to go about their lawful businesses undeterred.
“Furthermore, the Armed Forces of Nigeria and other security agencies wish to assure the general public that the offensives against the common enemies of this Nation will not cease until normalcy is restored in all parts of the country. Hence, the general public is equally enjoined to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity accordingly.
“You are please requested to disseminate this information through your medium for the awareness of the general public. Thank you for your usual support and cooperation.”