Government also praised the troops for securing the North-East, which paved the way for the re-opening of two strategic roads in Borno State.
The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji LAI MOHAMMED, who came out with the position of government, also appealed to Nigerians to continue to support the troops as they clear the remnants of the terrorists who are now on the run.
LAI MOHAMMED also called for increased vigilance among Nigerians, as Boko Haram escapees seek to integrate themselves into communities far and near.
In a statement released by his Special Assistant, SEGUN ADEYEMI, the Minister stressed that eternal vigilance is the price of freedom.
He said the re-opening of the Maiduguri-Gubio-Damasak road and the Maiduguri-Mungono-Baga road reestablishes links between Nigeria with neighbouring countries.
He said it was in recognition of the great feat performed by the military that he decided to lead over thirty Nigerian and international journalists to join the Minister of Defence, the Service Chiefs and the Governor of Borno State at the opening of the two strategic roads in Borno.
The Minister hailed Borno State Governor, KASHIM SHETTIMA for his unwavering support for the military and his administration’s determination to quickly restore normalcy across the state.
