Tinubu: Terror Won’t Cow Nigeria, We’ll Defend Our People and Protect Our Society
• Directs military, police, other security agencies to rescue victims of Niger abduction •Tasks service chiefs to regularly brief him on rescue operation, decries the dastardly act •Report: Surrender of
President Bola Tinubu vowed that terrorism will not deter Nigeria, emphasizing his commitment to keeping all citizens and communities safe. The president ordered the military, police, and other security agencies to carry out a joint rescue operation for those abducted in Niger State. Nigeria's Joint Task Force North-East and Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) reported a significant rise in terrorist surrenders, attributing this surge to increased pressure on terrorist camps.
Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia pledged that his administration will not hand over any part of the state for ranching without the consent of its people, despite new security concerns. Tinubu expressed disgust over the abduction and murders of innocent Nigerians, and promised to defend his people, safeguard their communities, and protect human life. He assured the families of the victims that their loved ones would be returned safely, and he extended his condolences to the deceased's families.
The military high command praised the troops for their tenacity, discipline, and operational efficiency, urging them to maintain the pressure on terrorist networks and ensure the restoration of peace and security in the North-east region.
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