(Trouble in Boko Haram Den) Borno ANPP in Disarray After JTF Arrests Chairman

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Exactly one week after the enraged vigilante group in Bornu state, popularly called ‘Civilian JTF’ burnt down the house of All Nigeria Peoples Party, ANPP Chairman, Alhaji Mala Othman, the Joint Task Force, Operation Restore Order has confirmed that the ANPP Chairman, who had been fingered as one of the sponsors of the dreaded Boko Haram sects is currently in their custody, and under serious investigation.

Lt Col Sagir Musa, the Spokesman of the JTF in Borno told newsmen in Maiduguri that, Alhaji Mala Othman’s involvement in the activities of Boko Haram would be made available to the press as soon as the ongoing investigation is concluded.

Sagir also commended the patriotic efforts of citizens and residents of Borno state, particularly the youth vigilante groups that are determined and committed to assisting security agencies to defeat Boko Haram terrorists in the state.

He said it is interesting that while interacting with some youth leaders of Gwange and Hausari areas of Maiduguri, they have shown understanding on the need to conduct themselves in a more orderly manner and to always act within the confines of the law.

He said the youth were also requested to restrict their activities within their respective immediate enviroment and avoid major township roads; and were also cautioned never to take law into their hands.

Lt. Col. Sagir Musa also said that, JTF was aware of the fears and concerns of some members of the public with, regards to the activities of the youth vigilante groups and is doing a lot to ensure that the youth are monitored, guided and regulated in such a way that they can impact positively in the fight against terrorism in the state without becoming a nuisance to the society.

In another development, JTF has taken over Bulabulin, Bayan Quarters and Ngaranam areas of Maiduguri metropolis with massive deployment of personnel and equipment in the areas.

According to Sagir, JTF has also dislodged the insurgents in the area and has recovered arms and ammunations, IEDs as well as 4 AK47 riffles. 1 submachine Gun, 6 RPG Bombs, 7 empty magazines, 4 RPG launchers, 3 army comouflage uniforms and 2 tricycles were also said to have been recovered.