President Tinubu Orders Rescue Of Niger Mass Abduction Victims

President Tinubu Orders Rescue Of Niger Mass Abduction Victims
President condemns killings and assures affected families of government support.
Service Chiefs directed to provide regular updates on rescue efforts.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Armed Forces, the Nigeria Police Force, the Department of State Services and other relevant security and intelligence agencies to launch an immediate and coordinated rescue operation for victims of the recent mass abduction in Niger State.

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a statement on Tuesday by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu expressed outrage over the abduction and killing of innocent citizens by criminal elements in the state.

The President also condoled with the families of those killed during the attack, assuring them that they were not alone in their grief.

Tinubu said the Federal Government and security agencies would not rest until all those abducted were safely rescued and reunited with their families.

“Those who carried out this cowardly attack on defenceless Nigerians are enemies of peace and enemies of humanity, who will not go scot-free.

“I extend my deepest condolences to the families of those who were killed in this barbaric assault and pray that Almighty God grant them eternal rest, and grant their loved ones the fortitude to bear this painful loss.

“You are not alone. The entire nation shares your anguish. We will not rest until your sons, daughters, mothers and fathers are brought back safely to you,” he said.

The President also directed the Service Chiefs to provide him with regular briefings on the progress of the rescue operation until all the abducted victims are accounted for.

Tinubu vowed that the latest attack would not intimidate the country, stressing that the government would continue to protect Nigerians and their communities.

“Terror will not cow Nigeria. We will defend our people, protect our communities, and uphold the sanctity of human life.

“My prayers are with the people of Niger State at this difficult time. The Federal Government stands firmly with the State Government and will provide all necessary support to aid recovery, relief, and security reinforcement,” he said.