President Bola Tinubu has sympathised with the people of Borno State following the recent terrorist attacks in Maiduguri, describing the incident as deeply troubling while reaffirming his administration’s determination to end insurgency.
In a statement released on Tuesday, the president expressed sorrow over the loss of lives and extended his condolences to those injured and families affected by the attacks.
“The recent news from Maiduguri, Borno State, is profoundly upsetting. I mourn those who lost their lives, sympathise with the injured and stand in solidarity with the people of Borno during this challenging time,” Tinubu said.
He described the attacks as desperate actions by terrorist groups facing sustained pressure from Nigerian security forces.
“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,” he stated.
The president assured Nigerians that military operations would be stepped up to eliminate threats across the country.
“We will continue to intensify our efforts against all criminal elements, wherever they may be,” he added.
Tinubu also commended the military for successfully repelling coordinated attacks on their positions in the state.
“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.”
Describing the incidents as acts of desperation, he expressed confidence in the ability of security forces to restore peace and stability.
“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 further disclosed that additional support had already been approved to strengthen ongoing security operations.
“Just last weekend, during a security meeting with leaders of security and intelligence agencies, I approved additional equipment and operational support to enhance their capabilities. This effort is already in progress,” Tinubu disclosed.
The president also directed security chiefs to relocate to Maiduguri to oversee operations and instructed emergency response agencies to provide adequate care for victims.
“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,” he said.
Reaffirming his administration’s stance against terrorism, Tinubu vowed that those responsible would be tracked down and defeated.
“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,” the President declared.
