Troops of sector 3, Operation LAFIYA DOLE have been charged to maintain high fighting spirit as well as be discipline at all times.
The Acting Commander Sector 3 Operation LAFIYA DOLE Brig Gen Uwem Bassey, gave the advice during an operational visit to troops in Arege and Metele from Wednesday 22 to Friday 24 August 2018.
According to the statement released by the Nigerian Army, Brig. Gen. Uwem Bassey well addressing the troops, urged them to continue to be courageous and exhibit positive leadership qualities in order to wipe out the remnants of Boko Haram Terrorists in the Lake Chad region.
He further reminded the troops of the core values of the Nigerian Army which centres on commitment, self sacrifice and will to put the country first whenever they are carrying out any task.
He further stated that the fight against Boko Haram Terrorists requires persistence and optimism, enjoining officers and soldiers of the Sector to play the role expected of them.
He also pointed out that this is not the time for troops to blame their circumstances on anybody or equipment, stressing that this is the time for everyone to take responsibility in wiping out the Insurgents.
He commended the troops for their resilience and selfless service, assuring them that the Chief of Army Staff will always attend to their welfare needs.
The Acting Sector Commander was accompanied by the Commander 7 Brigade, Brig Gen Godwin Mutkut and Staff Officers of the Headquarters Sector 3, Operation LAFIYA DOLE.
Troops of Operation Lafiya Dole are different from those in Zamfara as the Presidency through the Nigerian Military are doing all within its powers to restore peace in every part of the country, with different deployments and formations. These operations involve the Army, Air Force, and the Navy, who have been mandated to carry out these operations, Operation Lafiya Dole inclusive.