Some states besieged by insurgents ‘now enjoying’ a new lease of life

The Coalition of Northern Patriots (CNP) says the activities of insurgents have been checked in some north-western states.

Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, Nuruddeen Dodo said Adamawa, Bauchi, Gombe, Taraba and Yobe states are experiencing a new lease of life under President Muhammadu Buhari.

Dodo expressed optimism that Borno, which has suffered recent attacks, will soon be free.

“The Coalition of Northern Patriots is using this press conference to profusely thank Mr President, President Muhammadu Buhari on his gigantic efforts of totally riding Adamawa, Bauchi, Gombe, Taraba and Yobe States of Boko Haram terrorism,” the statement read.

“The Coalition of Northern Patriots as critical stakeholders is aware of the tremendous efforts by President Muhammadu Buhari towards seeing to an end of the Boko Haram crisis in Borno State as the last remaining state in Nigeria for the administration to fulfil 100 per cent of its promise in 2015.

“This is also on the heels that the Nigerian military was able to corner the remaining Boko Haram members in their hideouts in Borno State and as the Chief of Army Staff has been leading the final onslaught. This is a welcome development, and we wish to state that baring all unforeseen circumstances,  Boko Haram would be routed out of Borno State through the concerted efforts of the various security agencies.

“We also wish to appreciate MR  President who has indeed lived up to expectations in the war against terrorism. His commitment and passion towards ending the Boko Haram insurgency have come at a great sacrifice to him and his family.”