Photos As Nigerian Army Deploys All-Female Squad To Anambra

An all-female squad has been deployed by the Nigerian Army to Anambra state on a peace-keeping mission.

Willie Obiano, Governor of Anambra, confirmed the development in a tweet, adding that the deployment of the special squad is to ensure the safety of residents.

“Earlier today, I received a Special Military Squad deployed to our dear State to aid in ensuring total return of peace and normalcy in Anambra,” the tweet read.

“We have always prioritized security of lives and properties of ndi Anambra and we are determined to take all necessary steps to make sure that every Onye Anambra enjoys peace. Live and work without any form of fear”.

We have always prioritized the security of lives and properties of ndi Anambra and we are determined to take all necessary steps to make sure that every Onye Anambra enjoys peace. Live and work without any form of fear.

— Chief Willie Obiano (@WillieMObiano) October 30, 2020

The Anambra state government had restricted movement as part of efforts to curb the spread of violence, but the curfew has now been eased.