By Ayo Ayodele
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered a coordinated security operation to track down and apprehend terrorists responsible for the deadly attack on Kasuwan Daji community in Niger State, directing the military, police, and intelligence agencies to ensure the perpetrators are swiftly brought to justice.
In a State House press release issued on Sunday, the President instructed the Minister of Defence, the Chief of Defence Staff, the Service Chiefs, the Inspector-General of Police, and the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS) to hunt down those behind the attack and urgently rescue all abducted victims.
The directive follows the recent killing of villagers in Kasuwan Daji by terrorists suspected to be fleeing from Sokoto and Zamfara states after a United States air strike on Christmas Eve.
President Tinubu strongly condemned the attack on the community, describing it as a test of the nation’s resolve, and denounced the abduction of women and children during the assault. He extended heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims, as well as to the government and people of Niger State.
“These terrorists have tested the resolve of our country and its people. They must, therefore, face the full consequences of their criminal actions. No matter who they are or what their intent is, they must be hunted down,” the President said, warning that anyone who aids, abets, or enables the criminals would also be brought to justice.
He assured residents of Niger State that security agencies have been mandated to intensify operations around vulnerable communities, especially those close to forest areas known to serve as hideouts for criminal elements.
The President also called on Nigerians to remain united and resolute in the face of the tragedy, cautioning against divisive rhetoric that could undermine national security and cohesion.
“These times demand our humanity. We must stand together as one people and confront these monsters in unison. United, we can and must defeat them and reclaim the peace and security of these attacked communities,” Tinubu said.
The statement was signed by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, and dated January 4, 2026.