Nigerian Army Capable Of Routing Boko Haram – Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari last Wednesday in Niamey, Niger Republic, expressed confidence in the ability of the Nigerian military to overcome and eradicate Boko Haram.

Speaking at an interactive session with newsmen after talks with President Issoufou Mahamadou of Niger, Buhari declared that the Nigerian Army, which had earned a good reputation across the world, remained a virile fighting force.

He said that in the course of the over five hours meeting he held with heads of Nigeria’s Armed Forces and Security Agencies on Wednesday, ongoing operations against Boko Haram were reviewed for better results.

Buhari said that because of the peculiarities of terrorism, the movement of terrorists across borders and the unconventional nature of the war against terror, Nigeria would continue to seek the support of neighbouring countries in its bid to overcome Boko Haram.

The president said that his visit to Niger was to seek more support from the country in bringing a quick end to the atrocities of Boko Haram.

He promised to hold similar meetings on security and the war against terrorism with the Chadian authorities after leaving Niamey yesterday.

He said that Nigeria would also require the assistance of other nations and multi-lateral institutions to rebuild areas adversely affected by the Boko Haram insurgency and rehabilitate displaced persons.

At the opening of bilateral talks between Nigeria and Niger earlier, Buhari praised his host’s contributions to the ongoing multi-national effort against terrorism, insurgency and cross-border crimes.

“Permit me also to acknowledge the consistency with which the government and people of Niger Republic have stood beside Nigeria under all circumstances.

“I will like to convey the appreciation of Nigeria for the sacrifices by Niger in the ongoing efforts to counter the menace of the Boko Haram insurgency.

“Niger Republic has over the years proved to be a reliable ally to Nigeria both at bilateral and multilateral levels.

“It is our hope and aspiration that this special relationship will be further consolidated during my administration.’’ According to Buhari, his administration will bring new impetus and a renewed commitment to the efforts to wipe out the menace of the Boko Haram insurgents.