John Sura

John Sura

military Nigeria

Brigadier General John Sura (retd.) previously commanded the 1 Division of the Nigerian Army. He has expressed skepticism about the military's ability to ensure security in remote northern communities, highlighting the inadequate presence of military forces in these areas. Sura advocates for local security initiatives, noting that without consistent protection, residents feel compelled to comply with bandits' demands.

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Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
86,613
Power
188$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Nigeria 1 5.00 0.04% +0% 206,139,589 86,613 $448,000 188$
Totals 1 206,139,589 86,613 $448,000 188$
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Nigeria Nigeria: Brig. Gen. John Sura (retd.) said residents of remote communities in the northern region would always struggle to heed the military’s advice of not paying levies due to a lack of consistent security presence to deter bandit attacks. 5

The Punch: Why military can’t stop northerners from paying levies to bandits — Retired generals