The Nigerian Army has uncovered plans by Boko Haram to bomb locations in Lagos, Kano, Sokoto, Kebbi, Bauchi, Katsina, Imo, Yobe and Borno states as well as the Federal Capital Territory.
According to an intelligence document exclusively obtained bySaharareporters, the terrorists’ targets include markets, schools, police stations and formations, prison facilities as well as the just re-opened schools in Adamawa, Borno and Yobe States.
The document (AHQ DATOPS/G3/240/225/3), marked “Secret”, was signed by Colonel B. Suleiman on behalf of the Chief of Army Staff. Dated 5 August 2016 and distributed to the headquarters of 1 and 2 Division of the Army, the document said the Army Headquarters is in possession of information that strongly points to a wave of Boko Haram attacks in the aforementioned locations and other parts of the country.
Boko Haram, added the document, has already sent foot soldiers to prepare for attacks on marketplaces in Bauchi, Katsina and Imo states. It similarly listed schools, which are being re-opened in Borno and Yobe states as places where the terrorists intend to cause large-scale destruction.
“In view of the above, I am directed to tell you of the imminent threat and respectfully ask that you take all necessary proactive measures to prevent BHTs (Boko Haram Terrorists) from carrying out these heinous acts. Please, treat as very urgent and acknowledge,” the document stated.
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