Tinubu orders security forces to hunt Kaduna attackers, set abductees free

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Armed Forces, the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies to intensify operations in Kaduna State to track down those responsible for the attack on Naridon Village in Kamaru Ward of Kauru Local Government Area, secure the release of abducted victims and restore peace and normalcy to the affected communities.

The President gave the directive on Tuesday while condemning Monday’s attack on the community, which claimed the lives of about 30 residents, including women and children, while several houses were set ablaze.

According to a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu described the assault as a barbaric and cowardly act of terror against innocent and defenceless citizens, warning that those behind the attack would not escape justice.

He said criminal elements seeking to undermine the hard-earned peace and improved security being enjoyed in Kaduna State would be decisively dealt with.

He also assured the state government and the affected communities of the Federal Government’s support, stressing that his administration remained committed to confronting security challenges across the country.

“I have directed the Armed Forces, police, and relevant intelligence agencies to intensify operations across the affected areas to track down the perpetrators swiftly, secure the release of abducted individuals, and restore normalcy to the region.

“Our administration has an unwavering commitment to strengthening security infrastructure, equipping response personnel, and neutralising criminal networks attempting to disrupt the peace of the nation,” the President said.

Tinubu further appealed to residents of the affected communities and other members of the public to support ongoing security operations by providing timely and actionable intelligence that would enable security agencies to respond promptly to emerging threats.

“I urge our local communities to cooperate with security forces by providing actionable intelligence that would help early response efforts,” President Tinubu adds.