Defence minister explains military rescue tactics for abducted victims
The Minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Musa (retd.), has shared insights into how security forces rescue abducted victims without arresting or killing terrorists. Musa explained that the military often uses strategic maneuvers to force terrorists to abandon their captives. He highlighted the importance of cutting off supplies to weaken the terrorists' position. Musa also discussed the role of tracking ransom payments and the unintended consequences of distributing motorcycles as palliatives.
What we know
- Gen. Christopher Musa (retd.) said security forces identify terrorist locations and block their escape routes, cutting off essential supplies like food, water, and fuel.
- He noted that terrorists often flee when confronted by security forces, leaving their captives behind without a fight.
- Musa emphasized that ransom payments can be traced to track terrorists, with the Central Bank of Nigeria working to monitor such funds.
- He urged state governors to reconsider giving out motorcycles as palliatives, as these vehicles can end up aiding terrorists.
- Musa warned that motorcycles distributed through constituency projects may also be diverted to bandits.
