President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered the Armed Forces, the Nigeria Police Force and the Department of State Services (DSS) to hunt down and apprehend the terrorists responsible for the deadly attack on Kasuwan Daji community in Niger State.
The President also directed all security agencies to urgently rescue women and children abducted during the attack.
The directive was disclosed in a press statement issued on Sunday by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Mr Bayo Onanuga. According to the statement, President Tinubu issued the order following reports of the killing of villagers by terrorists suspected to be fleeing from Sokoto and Zamfara States after a United States air strike on Christmas Eve.
President Tinubu strongly condemned the assault on the Kasuwan Daji community and described the abduction of women and children as a heinous crime.
He extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims, as well as to the Government and people of Niger State.
“These terrorists have tested the resolve of our country and its people. They must, therefore, face the full consequences of their criminal actions. No matter who they are or what their intent is, they must be hunted down. They, and all those who aid, abet, or enable them in any form, will be caught and brought to justice,” the President said.
The President assured residents of Niger State that security agencies have been mandated to intensify operations around vulnerable communities, particularly those located near forests known to serve as hideouts for criminal elements.
He also called on Nigerians to remain united and resolute, warning against divisive rhetoric capable of undermining national security and cohesion at a critical time.
“These times demand our humanity. We must stand together as one people and confront these monsters in unison. United, we can and must defeat them, deny them any sanctuary, and reclaim peace and security for our communities,” President Tinubu added.
