The Headquarters Joint Task Force (North Central) Operation Savannah Shield (OPSS) has dismissed as false and misleading online reports alleging that troops neglected duty and engaged in extortion in the Chikanda area of Kwara State.
In a statement, the command clarified that it has no deployment in Yashikara community, where the alleged incident occurred, thereby debunking claims that troops abandoned their post.
Regarding the attack on the Emir’s Palace in Yashikara on 25 May 2026, troops at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Chikanda (about 38.7km away) received the distress call at approximately 1:45 a.m. and promptly mobilised to the scene.
The command strongly denied any involvement in extortion of motorists, describing the allegations as malicious and intended to tarnish the image and morale of troops working to secure the region.
It urged the public and media to always verify information through credible channels before dissemination.
Source: X | HQNigerianArmy
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