Nigeria Army Declares 86 Boko Haram Members Wanted for Terrorism

The Nigeria Army on Wednesday released a list of 86 people wanted in connection with acts of terrorism. They were alleged to be members of the notorious Boko Haram sect. The latest release was the fourth in such releases as the military authorities have in the past been rolling out lists of wanted terrorists.

The latest list was revealed by the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai alongside Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum at the Nigerian Army Super Camp, Chabbal in Konduga Local Government Area of the state.

The ceremony also witnessed the launching of Civilan JTF, Hunters and Vigilantes into the operations of the Nigerian Army Super Camp.

Buratai, said the two events were part of activities designed for the final push to end of Boko Haram activities in the North-East region.

He remarked that the induction of Civilian JTF into the operation will greatly help in containing the activities of Boko Haram because of their knowledge of the terrain and identifying Boko Haram members.

The Army chief maintained that no Child CJTF that participate in the operation and called on the public to support the military in fishing out remnants of the insurgents.

Borno state Governor Babagana Zulum commended the Nigerian Army for initiating the operation.

Theatre Commander, Operation ‘Lafiya Dole’, Major General Farouq Yahaya said adequate arrangement have been made for the welfare of Civilian JTF that will participate in the operation.

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