President Bola Tinubu ordered a probe into the ISWAP attack on a military base in Borno, which claimed six soldiers' lives. Tinubu commends the military’s airstrike response, offers condolences to victims’ families, and calls for intensified efforts to combat terrorism and banditry across Nigeria.
President Bola Tinubu has called for an investigation into the recent assault on a military base in Sabon Gari, Damboa Local Government Area of Borno State, by suspected Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters. The attack, which occurred on January 4, tragically claimed the lives of six soldiers.
The President, through his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, expressed deep sympathy to the families of the deceased soldiers and emphasized the need to uncover the factors that led to the incident. Tinubu assured that the findings would help strengthen Nigeria’s defense strategies and prevent future occurrences.
Acknowledging the prompt response of the armed forces, including airstrikes on the attackers, Tinubu praised their dedication and urged them to maintain their momentum in combating terrorism and banditry, particularly in regions most affected by insecurity. He stressed the importance of taking proactive measures to dismantle terrorist strongholds and restore peace to affected areas.
The President reaffirmed his administration's commitment to supporting the military and ensuring adequate resources are provided to enhance their operational efficiency. He emphasized that the sacrifices of the armed forces would not go unnoticed, assuring them of the nation’s gratitude and unwavering support.
