Uromi Killings: DHQ Confirms Peace Agreement Between Edo, Kano Leaders

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) confirmed on Thursday that the political leadership of Edo and Kano States has successfully resolved the issue surrounding the recent killings in Uromi.

Major General Markus Kangye, Director of Defence Media Operations, stated that both states’ leaders have taken the necessary actions to address the matter.

He highlighted that the Edo State leadership had visited Kano State to meet with officials and the families of the victims.

“At the political level, everything has been resolved. I don’t think there will be any further issues. Anybody or group causing apprehension or threats, if security agencies are aware, will be investigated,” Kangye said.

In addition, the DHQ addressed concerns over recent attacks by herdsmen in various parts of the country, including the FCT, Enugu, Benue, Ondo, Zamfara, and Cross Rivers States. Kangye assured the public that these incidents do not indicate a lack of military action.

He emphasized that the military remains committed to neutralizing violent herdsmen, terrorists, and bandits, with ongoing operations targeting their leaders.

“The military has not abandoned the war against violent herdsmen, terrorists, and bandits. We have neutralized many of them and we are continuing the onslaught to get rid of them and their leaders,” Kangye stated.

Responding to concerns about the apparent ease with which herdsmen have been carrying out attacks, Kangye said, “The military has not abandoned the war against violent herdsmen, terrorists, and bandits. We have neutralized many of them and we are continuing the onslaught to get rid of them and their leaders.”

Kangye also addressed the speculation surrounding the potential withdrawal of the Republic of Niger from the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF), which is aimed at tackling cross-border terrorism and criminal activity.

While acknowledging the rumours, he emphasized that if any country were to withdraw, it would affect the collective effort, as the synergy between Lake Chad Basin countries is crucial in combating the region’s security challenges.

“MNJTF was established by countries of the Lake Chad Basin Commission to tackle the myriads of cross-border movement of terrorists and other criminals because what happens in one country affects the others.

“But if by chance, any of the countries pull out for any reason, it will have implications for others because the synergy of efforts will no longer be there. So efforts must be sustained to make sure this synergy is sustained in the Lake Chad Basin Commission countries,” Kangye explained.

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