The Nigerian Army on Tuesday explained that the ongoing Operation Python Dance II was aimed at fighting crime and criminalities in the South East.
Maj.-Gen. Adamu Abubakar, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 82 Division made the remark when he visited the training camp of the exercise in Oba, near Onitsha.
He said the exercise was not targeted at any group, but to ensure united country where everyone was safe.
He added that “the police gave reports of crimes in Anambra and it became necessary that the Army should step in to assist.
“The level of crime has drastically reduced now.
“Nigerian Army will always respect human rights as enshrined in our Rule of Engagement and Code of Conduct for which every soldier has a copy.
“Human rights groups are there and we just have to respect it; as we are doing, we also urge the press to report exactly what they…
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