Politicians and other “unscrupulous individuals,” as characterised by the Defence Headquarters (DHQ), who are attempting to sabotage the May 29 handover date have been cautioned once more to think twice or face the consequences.
Before, during, and after the May 29 handover date, it was said that the armed forces were prepared and on red alert to deal with any security breaches.
Also, it was said that the military was working around the clock in coordination with the police and other security agencies to deal effectively with any possible danger to the peaceful inauguration.
At the bimonthly briefing on military operations carried out around the nation in the previous two weeks, the Director, Defence Media Operations (DMO), issued the warning while responding to queries from journalists.
He noted that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had declared a winner and that the polls were over, but insofar as the military was concerned, he said there was no reason why President-elect Bola Tinubu’s inauguration couldn’t happen.
“The police still hold the top position in terms of internal security, and the military and other security personnel are just providing support. I’ll repeat it: we are prepared to ensure that nothing untoward occurs.
“The danger to the nation’s security and stability is immediately handled. Elections have already passed, and there is now a winner in the presidential election. A transition committee made up of representatives from all government ministries, security agencies, and other organisations is in place to ensure that the event goes off without a hitch.
“We don’t see any causes for an issue to arise throughout the exercise, and nothing will happen following the inauguration. We won’t give up on our goal of preserving peace and stability throughout the whole nation.
General Danmadami stated that the military controlled the security situation in Southern Kaduna State, where gunmen had continued to target villages practically daily.
The DMO spokesperson urged the people to report suspicious activity to the military since any allegations made to the high command against any of its members would be adequately examined. He also reaffirmed that the military was prepared to defend innocent civilians.
He also advised state citizens to cease being overly emotional about security issues and to stop accusing the military of taking sides.
“Sentiment will always surface, especially when circumstances are unfavourable to your temperament. When such complaints are made, as is customary in the military, a board of inquiry is established to look into the claims. Whatever the findings and suggestions, they will be communicated to those commanders, and appropriate action will be taken.
