TINUBU ASKS SECURITY CHIEFS TO RELOCATE TO MAIDUGURI OVER BOMB ATTACKS
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President Bola Tinubu has told security leaders to move to Maiduguri, which is the capital of Borno state, after there were bomb attacks in three places in the city.
On Tuesday, Bayo Onanuga, who is the president‘s special adviser on information and strategy, released a statement.
In it, Tinubu said he felt sad for the people who died, showed care for those who were hurt, and stood with the people living in the state.
“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 instill and spread fear, as they are under constant pressure from our brave armed forces and security agencies operating in various theatres,” the statement reads.
“We will keep working hard to deal with all criminal groups, no matter where they are.”
The police have confirmed that 23 people died in the explosions, and 108 others were hurt. On Monday, the army warned that more suicide attacks might happen in Maiduguri.
In the statement, the president added that Nigeria will not succumb to fear.
“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,” Tinubu said.
“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.
“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.
“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.
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