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The Nigeria army says members of Boko Haram are now surrendering to it.

Sani Usman, army spokesman, who disclosed this in a statement on Sunday, said the new strategy of the army was yielding results; hence the surrendering of some of the insurgents.

“The new strategies being employed by the military have started yielding positive results with scores of terrorists surrendering to troops and many more willing to surrender,” he said.

“The new strategies employed include sustained offensive operations, pre-emptive air strikes by the Nigeria air force  and routes blocking by ground troops all geared towards constricting and snuffing out the Boko Haram terrorists

“Many of the terrorists that willingly surrendered painted images of mass panic and hysteria among their erstwhile colleagues who are feeling the noose tightening on their necks with the relentless efforts of troops and renewed vigour in operations inspired by the personal leadership of the chief of army staff.

“Terrorists also seem to have an inkling of what happens to surrendered suspects as regards screening and de-radicalisation of innocent ones among them.

“The Nigerian army in conjunction with the Nigerian air force and other security agencies will continue to devise and implement effective strategies to bring Boko Haram terrorism to a speedy end. It will also continue to receive surrendering suspects and assures innocent ones among them that surrender is the only option open to them.

“The Nigerian army wishes to also appreciate the great support and information it receives from well-meaning citizens. More of these are required to help towards quicker obliteration of the Boko Haram scourge in our nation.”