Nigerian Army Chief Vows to Tackle Lakurawa Bandits in Northern Nigeria

Major General Shaibu, the Chief of Army Staff, assured the Senate of Nigeria that the Nigerian Army will address the threat posed by the newly emerged terrorist group Lakurawa in Northern Nigeria. Shaibu, appointed by President Bola Tinubu, highlighted the Army's focus on career development, welfare of personnel, and technological enhancements in operations.

He emphasized the importance of leadership and technology in counterinsurgency operations, drawing from his experience in Borno State. The Senate commended Shaibu's commitment to prioritizing the Army's readiness to combat security challenges.