Boko Haram: Nigerians proud of your sacrifices – Army chief, Yahaya tells injured soldiers

The Chief of Army Staff, COAS, Maj- Gen. Farouk Yahaya, has told injured troops involved in the ongoing counter-insurgency operations amid the fight against Boko Haram that Nigerians are proud of their sacrifices towards bringing back peace to the North-East region.

Yahaya, in a statement by Ado Isa, the Deputy Director Public Relations, 7 Division Nigerian Army/Joint Task Force, North East, Operation Hadin Kai, on Saturday, also prayed for their speedy recovery.

The COAS also assured the wounded troops of good welfare and medical care.

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“The COAS gave the assurances on Friday when he visited the 7 Division Hospital and University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital to commiserate with the sick and wounded in action troops recuperating at the medical facilities.

“He averred that the nation [Nigeria] is indeed proud of their selfless service and sacrifices towards restoring peace to the North-East region.

“The COAS also appreciated the commitment and selflessness of the troops in the Theatre and implored them to exhibit a high level of professionalism and ensure that all remnants of Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists are neutralized,” the statement read in part.

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