Buratai Commends Troops for Repelling Boko Haram Attack in Borno
By: Zagazola Makama
Former Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Tukur Yusuf Buratai (rtd), has commended troops of the Nigerian Army for their gallantry in repelling Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists during a recent attack on their location in Buratai, Biu Local Government Area of Borno State.
Buratai, accompanied by Maj Gen Bulama Biu, (rtd) former GOC 7 Division, was on a visit to his hometown, made a stop at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) Buratai, where he met with troops of the 135 Special Forces Battalion and praised their resilience and commitment to the fight against insurgency.
“It was a fulfilling homecoming for me. While in Buratai, I interacted with the gallant troops on the ground who continue to do the nation proud. I commend the Commanding Officer, his officers, and soldiers for their recent exploits in decimating Boko Haram terrorists that attempted to infiltrate their location,” he said.
Buratai urged the troops to maintain the momentum and continue flying the flag high.
He was also received by the Commander of Sector 2, Operation Hadin Kai, and the Commander of 27 Task Force Brigade. He lauded their purposeful leadership and coordination in the field, describing their efforts as commendable and vital to the success of ongoing operations.
The former Army Chief revealed that the Theatre Commander of Operation Hadin Kai also reached out to him during the visit. “I equally commended him for the operational leadership he is providing across the theatre,” Buratai stated.
He extended appreciation to the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede who also contacted him, for his strategic leadership and continued morale-boosting efforts to enhance the performance of troops nationwide.
Buratai expressed confidence in the capability of the Nigerian Armed Forces to overcome the nation’s security challenges. He emphasized the need for synergy among all security agencies to ensure lasting peace and stability.
“The military alone cannot do it. The cooperation and support of other security services and relevant stakeholders are crucial to achieving the desired end state of a secure and peaceful Nigeria,” he added.
Buratai also visited injured soldiers on admission in the hospital where he made donations
