The Nigerian Military has announced that over 700 repentant terrorists who underwent rehabilitation under Operation Safe Corridor are set to be reintegrated into society. Coordinator Yusuf Ali disclosed this during a media tour of facilities at the Deradicalisation, Rehabilitation and Reintegration Centre in Gombe. He dismissed claims that clients are being recruited into military institutions, stressing that the focus remains on deradicalising and preparing them for peaceful reintegration into communities.
Key Points:
- The programme aims to restore peace in terrorism-affected communities.
- Brigadier-General Ali said many Nigerians misunderstand the structured counter-terrorism programme.
- Some clients shared accounts of their offences during the media tour.
- The visit is part of preparations for the graduation ceremony.
- Critics online have expressed scepticism about the reintegration plan.
