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Mixed Reactions After Defence Ministers Spoke About Attack On Military Personnel During Rescue Mission

Following the reaffirmation by the federal government of its commitment to safeguarding Nigeria’s sovereignty and stability by Minister of Defense Muhammed Badaru Abubakar and Minister of State for Defense Dr. Muhammad Bello Matawalle, Nigerians have reacted in a variety of ways. Their remarks, which highlight the government’s determination to bring the attackers to justice, follow a horrific attack on military personnel during a Delta State rescue operation.There have been a range of reactions from Nigerians after the Minister of Defence, Muhammed Badaru Abubakar, and the Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Muhammed Bello Matawalle, have reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to protecting Nigeria’s sovereignty and stability. Their statements come in the wake of a heinous attack on military personnel during a rescue mission in Delta State, emphasizing the government’s resolve to bring the perpetrators to justice.

According to Vanguard, in a joint declaration, the ministers expressed unequivocal support for the armed forces and their efforts to uphold peace and stability nationwide. They condemned the attack on Military personnel during a rescue mission of the 181 Amphibious Battalion in Okuama Community, Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State, describing it as a heinous act that must not go unpunished.

“Our unwavering support for the armed forces and their efforts to maintain peace and stability across the country is not negotiable,” the ministers stated, underscoring the government’s commitment to safeguarding the security and well-being of all Nigerians.

Screenshots of some reactions are shown below.