The Middle Belt Conscience Guard has thrown its full support behind the Chief of Defence Staff, General Olufemi Oluyede, and the Nigerian Armed Forces for their intensified campaign against insurgents and criminal elements in the region. The group described the ongoing military operations as decisive and long overdue, praising the renewed operational momentum under General Oluyede’s leadership.
In a statement issued after a strategic review of the security situation, the Middle Belt Conscience Guard commended the CDS for demonstrating strong will and strategic clarity in tackling insecurity across Benue, Plateau, Nasarawa, and other parts of the Middle Belt.
CDS Oluyede Middle Belt Support
The CDS Oluyede Middle Belt Support comes as the military records consistent gains in ongoing operations. The group highlighted the neutralisation of several terrorist commanders, destruction of criminal camps, and the rescue of kidnapped persons as clear evidence of improved strategy and commitment.
The Middle Belt Conscience Guard stressed that partial measures in the past had only emboldened criminals, and that a sustained, aggressive approach is the only way to restore lasting peace.
The group also called for adequate welfare and logistical support for troops on the frontlines, noting that motivated soldiers are key to winning the war against insecurity. They pledged to mobilise community leaders and youths to provide credible intelligence and work closely with the military.
A Call for Total Victory
The Middle Belt Conscience Guard warned that any slowdown in operations could allow displaced terrorists to regroup. They appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to continue giving the military the necessary backing to finish the job.
This endorsement by a prominent Middle Belt advocacy group is viewed as a major morale booster for the armed forces and a reflection of growing public confidence in General Oluyede’s leadership. Many residents who have suffered years of attacks now see renewed hope for peace and normalcy.
Conclusion
The strong support given to CDS General Olufemi Oluyede by the Middle Belt Conscience Guard underscores the importance of sustained military pressure against insurgents. With the backing of critical stakeholders and continued operational momentum, there is increasing optimism that lasting peace will soon return to the Middle Belt region. General Oluyede’s leadership is proving to be a turning point in the fight against insecurity in Nigeria.
