FG WORKING TO RESTORE NORMALCY IN CRISIS-PRONE AREAS-BADARU.

The Minister of Defense, Muhammad Badaru, has assured Nigerians that the Federal Government is working hard to restore normalcy in areas affected by communal clashes and insurgency. 

Speaking during a two-day visit to Kaduna, Badaru disclosed that kinetic and non-kinetic measures have been taken to restore peace in areas like Birnin Gwari, where markets are now open and traffic is flowing freely.

Badaru stressed the need for a non-kinetic approach in areas like Benue State, where communal clashes between farmers and herders are a concern, while the North-East, particularly Borno, requires a robust response to counter the resurgence of Boko Haram.

Expressing confidence in the military's ability to tackle the threat and restore normalcy, the minister also commended the research and development work being carried out at military institutions in Kaduna State, including the production of essential equipment like MRAPs and UAVs. 

He also commended the Nigerian Defense Academy (NDA) for producing highly committed officers and reaffirmed the Federal Government's commitment to supporting the NDA and ensuring it has the necessary resources to train effective officers.