We Are Not Here To Dance With Bandits -No-Nonsense Theatre Commander Declares In Sokoto

We are not here to dance with bandits, the Theatre Commander, Sector 2 Joint Task Force of the Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Major General Idris Warrah has declared.

The newly deployed Theatre Commander made the no-nonsence declaration yesterday, while addressing troops undergoing intensive training.

He said his men would no breeding space for criminals in the North East of the country, declaring that they would not relent until banditry is eliminated.

The Eagle reports that the troops are undergoing the intensive training at the 8 Division Headquarters in Sokoto.

“No stone will be left unturned until the threat of banditry is eliminated.

“We are not here to negotiate, dance or celebrate with bandits. We are here to apply strength, capacity and decisive action.

“The mission is clear – defeat the enemy and restore peace to our people”, Major General Idris Warrah stated buoying up the confidence of his troops.

Major General Warrah Idris, when, on 22 November 2025, he visited the St. Mary’s Catholic School, Papiri, Agwara Local Government Area, Niger State, following bandits’ invasion and adduction of persons

His no-nonsense stance is coming amidst news of US visa restriction policy on Nigerians found to be behind anti-Christian violence in the country.

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The army general also gave an idea of what would shape the operation of the joint task force.

He listed these to include:

1. discipline,
2. regimentation and
3. strict adherence to orders
4. resilience
5. focus
6. sustained offensive engagements

We are not here to dance with bandits the theatre commander, who was accompanied by the General Officer Commanding 8 Division, Major General Ibikunle Ajose, stated.

“The responsibility rests on us.

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“Your efforts so far have been commendable—neutralising threats, clearing hideouts, recovering territories and seizing weapons. But we must push harder and faster.”

In the area of their welfare, he assured them not to lose sleep, adding that even wounded soldiers would continue to receive proper care, support and honour.

General Warrah later inspected available infrastructure for the men during a visit to the 248 Recce Battalion in Illela.

“The foundation of the Nigerian Army is built on discipline and resilience.

“Now is the time to stand tall. Now is the time to end this menace once and for all”, the Theatre Commander also told them.