The Nigerian armed forces are launching a major nationwide crackdown on looters and hoodlums as chaos continues across the country, PREMIUM TIMES has learnt.
The operation, which was ordered by the nation’s defence headquarters, is poised to see a major deployment of military formations to put an end to breaches of public order by the criminals looting public and private assets across the country, military sources familiar with the matter said.
For the operation, the military command has therefore ordered the cancellation of all leave and passes for its personnel. Sources also said no new leaves would be granted while the operation lasts. Also, all personnel on leave have been ordered to resume “with immediate effect.”
Personnel of the tripartite military branches –the navy, air force and army – are now expected to return to their formations, sources said.
Sources said the military headquarters has ordered authorities in the headquarters of the Nigerian Army, Navy, and Airforce to ensure compliance with the orders.
Credit: premiumtimesng.com
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