The Defence Headquarters of Nigeria has confirmed the emergence of a new terrorist group known as 'Lukarawas' in the northwestern region of the country.
This development was disclosed by Major General Edward Buba, the Director of Defence Media Operations, during a briefing in Abuja. The group reportedly originated from the Republic of Niger following a recent coup that disrupted military cooperation between Nigeria and Niger.
The Lukarawas terrorists have been infiltrating northern areas of Sokoto and Kebbi States, exploiting the gaps in security cooperation caused by the political upheaval in Niger.
They have taken advantage of difficult terrains to make incursions into remote areas, spreading their ideology. Initially, locals welcomed the group, believing they had good intentions, but this movement was not reported to military and security agencies.
The Nigerian Police Force, Sokoto State Command, has confirmed the presence of the sect in five local government areas, including Gudu, Tangaza, Binji, Illela, and another unspecified area. The group is armed with sophisticated weapons and has been imposing its beliefs on the local populace.
In response, the Defence Headquarters assured that troops are actively engaged in Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) efforts to degrade the threat posed by the Lukarawas. Despite the group's attempts to exploit ungoverned areas to evade capture and harass locals, the military is committed to locating and eliminating the threat.
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