PRESIDENT Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered Nigeria’s service chiefs to immediately relocate to Maiduguri following the deadly suicide bomb explosions that rocked the Borno State capital, in a decisive move aimed at strengthening security operations in the troubled region.
In a statement sent to News Point Nigeria on Tuesday, the President expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives and injuries recorded in the attacks, describing the incident as “profoundly upsetting” and extending condolences to victims and their families.
“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 stated.
The President attributed the attacks to what he described as desperate attempts by terrorist elements, including Boko Haram, to instill fear despite mounting pressure from Nigerian security forces.
He stressed that the assaults were signs of weakening insurgent capacity, insisting that ongoing military operations had significantly degraded the strength of terrorist groups operating in the region.
“These acts of terror are the final desperate and frantic attempts by criminals trying to spread fear, as they are under constant pressure from our brave armed forces,” he said.
As part of immediate measures, Tinubu directed top military and security chiefs to move to Maiduguri and take direct control of the situation, signaling a more coordinated and intensified response to the renewed threats.
He also ordered emergency response agencies to ensure that victims of the attacks receive adequate medical care and support.
The President commended Nigerian troops for their bravery, particularly for repelling coordinated attacks on military formations in the state, and praised both the armed forces and civilian task forces for their resilience.
Tinubu revealed that just days before the incident, he had approved additional military equipment and operational support during a high-level security meeting with intelligence and security leaders, noting that deployment of these resources is already underway.
Reaffirming his administration’s commitment to national security, the President vowed that no part of Nigeria would be safe for terrorists.
“There is no place in Nigeria where terrorists will find safety. We will locate them, confront them, and completely defeat them,” he declared.
He concluded with a message of reassurance, urging Nigerians not to give in to fear, while emphasizing the government’s determination to restore lasting peace and stability across the country.