Tinubu Orders Manhunt as Terrorists Kill Over 40 in Niger
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered a nationwide manhunt for terrorists responsible for coordinated attacks on communities in Niger State, which left more than 40 people dead and several others abducted.
In a statement personally signed by him on Sunday, the President directed the Minister of Defence, the Chief of Defence Staff, Service Chiefs, the Inspector-General of Police, and the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS) to track down the perpetrators of the deadly Kasuwan Daji attack and ensure they are brought to justice.
“These terrorists have tested the resolve of our country and its people. They must face the full consequences of their criminal actions,” Tinubu said.
He stressed that no individual involved in the violence would be spared, warning that anyone who aids, abets, or provides support for the attackers would also be prosecuted.
“No matter who they are or what their intent is, they must be hunted down. Those who aid or enable them will also be brought to justice,” the President added.
Tinubu further ordered the immediate rescue of all abducted victims and directed security agencies to intensify operations around vulnerable communities, particularly those located close to forests and known criminal hideouts.
“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 and deny them any sanctuary,” he said.
The President also expressed condolences to families of the victims, praying for the repose of their souls and assuring affected communities of the Federal Government’s commitment to restoring peace.
The directive followed coordinated attacks by suspected bandits on Saturday afternoon in Agwara and Borgu local government areas of Niger State, where gunmen reportedly stormed communities, killing residents and abducting others.
