Tinubu orders security chiefs to relocate to Maiduguri after deadly bomb attacks

President Bola Tinubu has directed Nigeria’s security chiefs to immediately relocate to Maiduguri following a series of bomb attacks that struck three locations in the Borno State capital.

In a statement released Tuesday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the president condemned the attacks, mourned the victims, and reassured residents that the federal government is intensifying efforts to defeat terrorist groups.

Tinubu described the attacks as “desperate attempts” by terrorists who are under sustained military pressure.

“I want to make it categorically clear that these acts of terror are the final desperate and frantic attempts by criminals and terrorist elements trying to instill and spread fear, as they are under constant pressure from our brave armed forces and security agencies,” the president said.

As part of immediate measures to restore security, Tinubu ordered top security officials to move to Maiduguri to personally coordinate operations on ground.

He also revealed that additional military equipment and operational support had already been approved during a recent meeting with security and intelligence leaders to strengthen ongoing counter-terrorism operations.

The president also directed emergency response agencies to ensure proper medical care for those injured in the attacks.

Tinubu commended Nigerian troops and civilian task forces for what he described as their bravery in repelling coordinated attacks on military formations in the state.