The Nigerian Army has alleged that some sections of the Nigerian society are plotting to conduct a
smear campaign against it as from next month in a bid to discredit its efforts
at combating terrorism and subsequently meeting the December 2015 deadline given by President Buhari for the end of Boko Haram's Insurgency accordingly.
In a statement released by the Director, Army Public Relations, Colonel
Sani Usman, " The Army received report of some elements both within the
Nigerian Army and outside, especially through the use of the social media
circle to ridicule the Nigerian Army and the person of the Chief of Army Staff for
reasons best known to them"
"They intend to execute this plan as from next month, December
2015, using all means possible; lies, fabricating baseless stories, falsehood,
publishing and broadcasting them through some
designated print and electronic media, most especially the Social Media"
"The Nigerian Army has identified some of the officers involved
and their collaborators. The officers are being investigated to unravel their
motive and motivation. The public and the media are please requested to be
careful and wary of these disgruntled persons. They should please disregard any
such material from them"
Colonel Usman thereafter extolled the virtues of the Nigerian Army,
citing it as one of the best in the
world, consistently partnering with the Nigerian Army especially in the fight
against terrorism and insurgency.
He continued, saying "The role of the media in nation building and
conflict resolution, peace building and social responsibility is never in
doubt. They have proven to be very important stakeholders in our collective
efforts to restore peace and stability in our great nation"
"With this and so many other things, the media, especially the
online publications, should not be involved or lured into such dubious
campaign. As always, our doors are open for clarification, enquiries and
reactions on any issue concerning the Nigerian Army before filing or
publicizing such stories"
"It is imperative to note that the fight against Boko Haram
terrorists is at critical stage, any attack on the Nigerian Army will be counter-productive
and serious distraction on the fight against terrorism and insurgency. More so,
as we are busy trying to defeat Boko Haram terrorists based on the given
presidential mandate"
Finally, he called on all Nigerians not to fall prey to this intended campaign
of calumny while urging that all hands must be on deck to ensure the defeat of
Boko Haram terrorists and safety of lives and property before the end of the
year
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