Tinubu deploys security chiefs to Maiduguri after terror attacks
By Jeffrey Agbo
President Bola Tinubu has directed Nigeria’s security chiefs to relocate to Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State, to take charge of the security situation following recent terrorist attacks in the area.
Tinubu also vowed that his administration would intensify efforts to confront criminal groups operating across the country.
In a statement he issued on Tuesday in Abuja, Tinubu described the latest developments in Maiduguri as deeply troubling.
He expressed condolences to families of those who lost their lives, sympathised with the injured and assured residents of the state of the Federal Government’s support during the difficult period.
Tinubu said, “I want to make it categorically clear that these acts of terror are the final desperate and frantic attempts by criminals and terrorist elements trying to instil and spread fear, as they are under constant pressure from our brave armed forces and security agencies operating in various theatres.
“We will continue to intensify our efforts against all criminal elements, wherever they may be.
“I must commend the courage and fighting spirit of our patriotic troops who successfully repelled the coordinated attacks by these terrorists on military positions in the state.”
The President described Monday’s attacks as desperate actions by terrorist groups but expressed confidence in the ability of security forces to contain the threat.
“The Monday attacks were desperate acts of the evil-minded terrorist groups. Our gallant military and civilian task forces will curtail and put them down,” he said.
Tinubu further disclosed that he had recently approved additional operational support and equipment for security agencies following a security meeting with heads of intelligence and defence institutions.
He stated, “This effort is already in progress. Additionally, I have directed security chiefs to move to Maiduguri to take charge of the situation. I have also directed the emergency agencies to provide proper care for the injured.”
Reaffirming his administration’s stance against terrorism, Tinubu stated that no part of the country would serve as a safe haven for terrorist groups.
“There is no place in Nigeria where terrorists will find safety. We will locate them, confront them, and completely defeat them. Nigeria will not succumb to fear,” he said.
