‘Nigerians Will Soon Fight Us Back ‘- Reps Decry Trend Of Boko Haram Attacks On Military Assets
Nigerian legislators have expressed alarm over escalating attacks on military installations in Borno and Yobe States, citing a recent fire at Giwa Barracks and advanced weaponry used by Boko Haram, including weaponized drones. They warned that insurgents have stolen vast amounts of arms and equipment over the years, and that persistent governmental inaction and military negligence risk public outcry, a deterioration of trust in democratic institutions, and even anarchy. Lawmakers pointed to specific incidents, including attacks on farmers, the killing of soldiers, and an assault on a multinational joint task force. They suspect potential foreign support for Boko Haram's enhanced capabilities and urged President Tinubu to hold military commanders accountable and restore public confidence.
