Good News!! Nigerian Army Introduces Drones In Fight Against Boko Haram

The Nigerian Army has introduced drones in fight against Boko Haram. This was made known by Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS). The Army introduced new technologies and application of drones in the fight against terrorists in the northeast.

Buratai said that applications of drones and new technologies were critical in modern warfare to ensure successful implementation of the counter insurgency campaign. He disclosed that the army had utilised drones in surveillance and research, adding that the process was effective in execution of its operations against the dreaded Boko Haram insurgents. He said;

“now, even the uniform is technology-based, it will be tagged wherever you are; it sends signal when you are in danger, and these issues are very important. “Technology is playing important role in warfare and we are not left out; we have in place a transformation and innovation department.