The Yobe state government has approved the expansion of “ Operation Haba Maza,” a security outfit, to cover Potiskum, Geidam, Nguru, Buni Yadi and Gashua towns.
The Special Adviser on Security Matters, Retired Brig.-Gen. Dahiru Abdulsalam stated this to newsmen after the state’s security council meeting in Damaturu.
He also mentioned that the operation, which previously consisted of mobile policemen, would now include personnel from all other sister agencies.
“ Operation Haba Maza” security outfit has been expanded to a joint security outfit to include all other security agencies.
“From now on, we shall also have the Operation Haba Maza outfit in Potiskum, Gashua, Nguru, Geidam and Buni Yadi,” Abdulsalam said.
Abdulsalam noted that the expansion was aimed at strengthening internal security in all parts of the state. He said governor Buni has also approved an increase in logistics to various security agencies in the state to boost efficiency.
Speaking on the recent temporary closure of three weekly markets in the state, he explained that the decision was a proactive measure to safeguard lives and property.
“ There are ongoing operations in those areas, and the security agencies are working ahead to avoid surprises,” Abdulsalam said.
He solicited for the support and cooperation of the general public to the government and security agencies.
