Nigerian Defence spokesman, Major General Chris Olukolade
has taken a swipe at Niger Republic’s Defence Ministry over comments that
described Nigerian soldiers as cowards. After claiming to have killed scores of
members of the Boko Haram terrorist group, Niger’s Defence Minister was quoted
as saying they achieved the feat because their soldiers “don’t run”.
While reacting to the statement, which Olukolade described
as “irresponsible”, the Nigerian General pointed out that “Nigerian Soldiers
remain undaunted despite attacks and insults. They have been maximizing the use
of available resources to keep at bay these terrorists who keep flooding in
from around. Our troops have with due decency and professionalism respected
borders unlike others reputed for looting, mercenary engagement/collaboration
with terrorists as a way of surviving the poverty in their country”.
He went on that “our soldiers have remained professional and
sacrificial in protecting their fellow Nigerians, preserving the nation's
assets. Despite these jeerings, insults and ill wishes from within or without
Nigeria, the Nigerian Soldier has not & will not be deterred. He remains
the gallant, brave and patriotic Nigerian Soldier. Although these battles
continue, and others are now joining him, never mind very soon, it will be
#VictoryforNigeria. The Nigerian Military remains a great asset and the envy of
other Nations”.
Olukolade, who revealed that Nigerien soldiers are notorious
for looting said “welcome our friends from Niger. No way for your infamous
looting here. How the poor country compensates it's soldiers and claim they
don't run.
Our soldiers have been defending our people and Nation’s
wealth from mercenaries supplied to Boko Haram by those who boast that they
don't run.
The Nigerien Defence Ministry's irresponsible comment is
noted. It is sad a few partisan elements join the Poor Country to insult our
Troops. We don't cross our boundaries. It is unacceptable for any Foreign
Government to say our Soldiers run. This is your Motherland! Defend Her!
Some rushed to the press with the Nigerien gaffe hoping to
embarrass our military or government. But nobody will disrespect my Mother!
Poor Niger! Treacherous ones amongst us accorded them
effrontery to insult our troops to gain bad press. Don't compromise your
Patriotism!”
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