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Military promises safe Sallah celebrations in North East

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  • The Nigerian military has assured residents of the North-East of adequate security during the upcoming Eid El Kabir celebrations.
  • Security measures are in place to counter potential attacks by Boko Haram and ISWAP remnants, who may exploit the festive period.
  • Residents are urged to remain vigilant, report suspicious activities, and cooperate with security forces.

The Nigerian military's Headquarters Joint Task Force (JTF), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), has pledged to ensure a secure environment for residents in the North-East during the Eid El Kabir celebrations scheduled for Wednesday, May 28, 2026. Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, the Media Information Officer for OPHK, stated on Monday that comprehensive security measures have been activated across the operational theater.

These measures are designed to preempt and counter any threats posed by remnants of Boko Haram and the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP). Credible intelligence suggests these insurgent groups might attempt to leverage the festive period for isolated attacks against civilian targets, employing suicide bombers and improvised explosive devices, particularly in densely populated areas.

Credible intelligence available to the command indicates the possibility of isolated attempts by remnant Boko Haram Terrorist and Islamic State West Africa Province elements to exploit the festive period to carry out attacks against civilian targets using suicide bombers and IEDs, particularly in areas of high population concentration.

· Lieutenant Colonel Sani UbaMedia Information Officer of OPHK, detailing the specific threats anticipated during the Eid El Kabir celebrations.

The OPHK command assured the public that these potential threats have been thoroughly anticipated. Troops have been deployed to critical and vulnerable locations, while surveillance and intelligence assets are fully operational. Security forces are coordinating closely with sister agencies, the Civilian Joint Task Force, and community vigilance groups to maintain peace and prevent any security breaches.

Residents are advised to remain vigilant throughout the celebrations. They are encouraged to avoid large gatherings where possible, report any suspicious movements or objects immediately to security agencies, and conduct their prayers and festivities in familiar, local areas. The military also called for public cooperation with security personnel and urged against spreading unverified information that could incite panic.

The Theatre Command wishes to assure the public that these threats have been thoroughly anticipated.

· Lieutenant Colonel Sani UbaMedia Information Officer of OPHK, reassuring the public about the military's preparedness.
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