Troops directed to escalate operations as government ramps up fight against insecurity.
The Chief of Army Staff has reportedly ordered Nigerian troops to intensify offensive operations against armed bandits operating across the North Central region.
The directive is part of renewed military strategy aimed at dismantling criminal networks responsible for kidnappings, rural attacks, and violent disruptions in several communities.
Military sources indicate that troops have been instructed to adopt more aggressive field tactics, with increased patrols, coordinated raids, and intelligence-led operations targeting bandit hideouts.
The development comes amid rising public concern over insecurity in parts of the country, with communities calling for stronger government response to protect civilians.
Security analysts believe the latest directive signals a shift toward more decisive military engagement in the region’s worsening security crisis.