President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has praised the military for their effective operations against security threats in the north-west, which led to the elimination of wanted bandit leader Halilu Sububu and terrorist Sani Wala Burki.
In a statement released on Saturday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu expressed his relief and confidence in the security forces’ ability to maintain peace and security across the nation.
He commended the military high command, intelligence agencies, and troops for their heroic efforts, coordination, and commitment.
The successful operations, which also resulted in the rescue of 13 kidnapped students in Kaduna, followed President Tinubu’s directive for the service chiefs to remain in the region until stability is restored.
The President lauded the overall security efforts and urged the security forces to continue their work diligently until all threats are permanently eradicated.
He reassured the security agencies of his continued support in achieving the priority objective of keeping the nation safe and secure.
“President Bola Tinubu receives with relief the news of the strings of successful operations against security threats in the north-west by troops of the Nigerian military.
“He says the success of the operations gives further assurance that our security operatives are up to the task of ensuring the peace and security of the nation.
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“Troops of Operation Hadarin Daji, on Thursday, neutralised a wanted bandit leader, Halilu Sububu, who had been unleashing terror on citizens in Zamfara, Sokoto, and other parts of north-western Nigeria. The troops also killed another terrorist Sani Wala Burki in a Joint Operation in Katsina, and busted a terrorist enclave in Kaduna, where 13 kidnapped students were freed.
“The successful operations follow the President’s directive to the service chiefs to relocate to the zone until normalcy is restored.
“President Tinubu commends the military high command, the intelligence agencies, and the troops for their valiant efforts, synergy, and dedication, which have resulted in the recent laudable outcomes.
“The President also commends the entire security apparatus for the improved security in the nation and enjoins them to sustain their efforts until immediate and latent threats are permanently removed.
“President Tinubu reassures the security agencies of his continued support in achieving the priority objective of keeping the nation safe and secure,” the statement reads.