The Commander of the Joint Task Force, Operation Whirl Stroke (JTF-OPWS), Maj. Gen. Moses Gara, has vowed to restore peace in all troubled communities across Benue State, assuring residents that perpetrators of violence will be brought to justice.
This assurance was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Acting Media Operations Officer, Headquarters JTF-OPWS, Lt. Ahmad Zubairu, and made available to journalists in Makurdi.
Zubairu said the commander made the pledge during an operational tour of key theatres of Operation Whirl Stroke across the state.
While addressing troops under his command, Maj. Gen. Gara charged them to remain confident, vigilant, and uphold the highest standards of professionalism.
He stated that the task force was deploying both kinetic and non-kinetic strategies to neutralise criminal elements destabilising the state and its environs.
The commander emphasized the importance of unwavering commitment, resilience, and discipline in the ongoing counter-terrorism and counter-banditry operations.
He reiterated the Armed Forces of Nigeria’s determination to restore peace and normalcy to all affected communities.
“All perpetrators of violence and insecurity will be identified, isolated, and brought to justice in accordance with extant laws and military justice procedures,” Gara said.
He declared that the days of impunity were over and assured residents that the military remains committed to protecting lives and property.
“The era of impunity is over. We are here to reassure our people that the military remains committed to safeguarding lives and property, and that no criminal will go unpunished,” he said.
During the tour, the commander also assessed troop morale, operational readiness, and logistics at various units. He interacted with field commanders to review real-time intelligence and evaluate ongoing clearance operations targeting armed militias, bandits, and other non-state actors.
Locations visited by the commander during the tour included Naka, Gwer West, Otukpo, Agatu, and Apa Local Government Areas of the state.
