The Nigerian army has arrested 8 suspects in connection to a
foiled Boko Haram attack launched at a University in Lagos state two weeks ago.
General Officer Commanding (GOC), 81 Division Maj.-Gen. Olu
Irefin who confirmed the arrest said the suspects who admitted having ties to
Boko Haram have been transferred to the Army Headquarters in Abuja for further
investigation.
Also announcing that Operation Crocodile Smile IV has kicked
off, Gen. Irefi stated that there is
solid security architecture in place as he assurred residents of Ogun and Lagos
state of their safety.
He said: “We have started on the background. We have gone
for simulation with all the security agencies involved in the Exercise.
“The exercise proper would kill off on November 19. It was
supposed to start on November 11 but was shifted because of the NA’s Small Arms
Firing Exercise holding between November 11 and 15 at Ibadan.
“There is no cause for alarm within 81 Division’s area of
responsibility. We have been on top of our game on this Boko Haram issue. We
are not sleeping and the people are assured of their safety throughout this
period and beyond.
“Citizens can go about their lawful duties without panic
because security agencies are doing a lot to protect them.”
The Nation reported that the Lagos State Police
Commissioner, Zubairu Muazu stated that there is no cause for alarm.
“Lagos is safe. There is no Boko Haram scare and the people
should not be afraid. We are not sleeping,” he said.
