President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Sunday announced that he has ordered a 24-hour aerial surveillance and security cordon by ground troops around forests in Kwara, Kebbi and Niger States as part of measures to stop the surge in kidnappings and terrorist activities.
The President said in a post on his verified X handle, @officialABAT: “”All the schoolgirls abducted in Kebbi State have been safely rescued. I must commend our security forces for their swift response, and the parents and community for their strength during this period.
“In response to the recent kidnappings and acts of terrorism, I have ordered a full security cordon over the forests in Kwara State.
“The Air Force is to maintain continuous surveillance over the most remote areas, synchronising operations with ground units to effectively identify, isolate, disrupt, and neutralise all hostile elements.
“This directive also extends to the Kebbi and Niger axis. Communities are encouraged to report any unusual movements to support ongoing operations as we move decisively to secure every affected area. – Bola Ahmed Tinubu President & Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Federal Republic of Nigeria.”
