By Chibuike Nwabuko
ABUJA (PRECISE POST) – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered the Armed Forces, Nigeria Police Force, Department of State Services (DSS) and other security and intelligence agencies to immediately launch a coordinated operation to rescue victims of the recent mass abduction in Niger State.
Tinubu who made the call in a statement released on his X handle on Tuesday, also expressed outrage over the abduction and killing of innocent citizens in the state, describing the perpetrators as “enemies of peace and enemies of humanity.”
“Those who carried out this cowardly attack on defenceless Nigerians are enemies of peace and enemies of humanity, who will not go scot-free,” the President said.
The President extended his condolences to the families of those killed in the attack, praying for the repose of the deceased and strength for their loved ones to bear the loss.
He assured the affected families that the Federal Government would not relent until the abducted victims were safely rescued.
“You are not alone. The entire nation shares your anguish. We will not rest until your sons, daughters, mothers and fathers are brought back safely to you,” Tinubu said.
The President further directed the Service Chiefs to provide him with regular updates on the progress of the rescue operation until all the abducted persons are accounted for.
Tinubu vowed that the latest attack would not intimidate the country, assuring Nigerians that his administration would continue to defend citizens and protect communities. “Terror will not cow Nigeria. We will defend our people, protect our communities, and uphold the sanctity of human life,” he said.
The President also expressed solidarity with the people of Niger State, assuring the state government of the Federal Government’s full support in recovery, relief efforts and the reinforcement of security across affected communities.
“My prayers are with the people of Niger State at this difficult time. The Federal Government stands firmly with the State Government and will provide all necessary support to aid recovery, relief, and security reinforcement,” Tinubu said.
The statement reads in part:
I have directed the Armed Forces, the Nigeria Police Force, the Department of State Services, and all relevant security and intelligence agencies to launch a coordinated rescue operation immediately for the victims of the recent mass abduction in Niger State.
I am outraged by the abduction and killing of innocent citizens by criminal elements in the state.
Those who carried out this cowardly attack on defenceless Nigerians are enemies of peace and enemies of humanity, who will not go scot-free.
I extend my deepest condolences to the families of those who were killed in this barbaric assault and pray that Almighty God grant them eternal rest, and grant their loved ones the fortitude to bear this painful loss.
You are not alone. The entire nation shares your anguish. We will not rest until your sons, daughters, mothers and fathers are brought back safely to you.
I have also directed the Service Chiefs to give me regular briefings on the progress of the rescue operation until all those abducted are accounted for.
Terror will not cow Nigeria. We will defend our people, protect our communities, and uphold the sanctity of human life.
My prayers are with the people of Niger State at this difficult time. The Federal Government stands firmly with the State Government and will provide all necessary support to aid recovery, relief, and security reinforcement.
