Nigeria Needs Prayers From US, Not Terror Alert – Defense Minister
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The Minister of Defense, Bashir Magashi has said that what Nigeria needs from
the United States government is prayers and not a terror alert that will
‘confuse’ Nigerians.
Magashi made the assertion while responding
to questions from members of the House of Representatives Committee on Defense
during the budget hearing on Tuesday.
Recall that the US had
warned of a possible terrorist attack in the FCT Abuja, saying the terrorists
are aiming at government facilities, places of worship and schools, among
others.
Following the terror alert, some government and private
establishments have shut down operations over the fear of attack by the
terrorist.
“I think what we need is prayers from the United
States, not giving us information that will make our citizens to be either
confused or not being able to take appropriate action,” Magashi said.
The minister also disclosed that the intelligence agencies have
provided useful information that would guide the government on addressing the
terror alert, adding that the main technique is to ensure vigilance and
proactive measures against any possible attack.
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