President Buhari Sends Strong Warning to Niger Delta Militants

Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari has said that all Nigerians should give peace a chance and join hands in helping government address the numerous challenges facing the economy. The President also said efforts are ongoing to end the militancy in the Niger Delta but warned that government will change tactics should militants resolve to continue sabotaging the nation. He made the declaration ‎during the Passing Out Parade and Commissioning Ceremony in honour of 63 Regular Course of the Nigerian Defence Academy in Kaduna State on Saturday. He said: "Recently, we flagged off the Clean-up of Ogoniland as part of the programmes to salvage the ravaged environment. We are convinced that undertaking such a monumental project will contribute to addressing the root causes of militancy in some parts of the Niger Delta region. "However, for the avoidance of doubt let me state that other options are still open including decisive military action, if necessary, to deal with the criminal elements disguised in ethnic regalia to sabotage the country largely for their selfish and parochial interests. However, our priority, still remains constructive engagement of the stakeholders for peace."