Army deploys 800 soldiers to Darfur for Peacekeeping

Lieutenant General Tukur Yusuf Buratai, the Chief of Army Staff, has said Nigeria would deploy 800 soldiers to the United Nations Mission (UNAMID) in Darfur.

Buratai revealed this on Tuesday, January 3, at the Nigerian Army Peace Keeping Centre during the graduation of 755 soldiers and 45 officers that participated in the pre-deployment training in Jaji, Kaduna state

The army chief, who was represented by Adeniyi Oyebade, the General Officer Commanding (GOC), 1 Division, said Nigeria would continue to deploy quality peacekeepers as part of its contribution to global peace and security.

He tasked the personnel to discharge their duties in consonance with the UNAMID mandate at all times.

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Buratai said the rule of engagement in the UNAMID gives them the opportunity to exhibit utmost professionalism in the discharge of their responsibility.

He noted that Nigeria and the United Nations have high respect for human rights and protection of civilians in armed conflicts.

Meanwhile, the Nigerian troops have repelled an early morning attack by fleeing Boko Haram insurgent on Dar village in Madagali local government area of Adamawa state.

The chairman of Madagali local government Yusuf Mohammed said the attack was contained by the prompt response of security operatives in the areas.

Source: Legit.ng