Again, Defence Minister, Matawalle, Returns to Sokoto Over Banditry
By Alabidun Shuaib AbdulRahman
Nigeria’s Honourable Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Muhammed Matawalle, has arrived in Sokoto State for the second time within two months, intensifying the fight against insecurity.
Directed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Matawalle reaffirmed the government’s dedication to combating insecurity, saying, “As directed by Mr. President, I am back to Sokoto State to assure the people of this great region of our commitment to achieving all necessary yardsticks in the fight against insecurity.”
The Minister expressed optimism about ongoing military operations, particularly Operation “Fansan Yamma.”
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He noted, “I am optimistic that our gallant troops will continue to record successes as we intensify our fight against these criminals.”
Matawalle urged political leaders to support President Tinubu’s efforts and warned bandits, “We will never be intimidated or spare these criminals… We will remain unwavering in securing the lives and properties of our people.”
