Admiral Sahaad, who spoke with reporters after a meeting in Abuja, also called on government to strengthen its security operations all over the country to avert further attacks by the group.
According to him, defence officials are excited on the declaration of ceasefire by members of the sect but will not rest on its oars in ensuring the security of lives and properties in Nigeria.
Other security officials in the country also commended members of the group for the ceasefire.