Mosque Bombing: FG Boosts Security in Maiduguri, Vows to Hunt Terrorists

Mosque Bombing: FG Boosts Security in Maiduguri, Vows to Hunt Terrorists

Vice-President Kashim Shettima has announced that the Federal Government is deploying additional tactical security teams to Maiduguri, Borno State, following the deadly terrorist attack on a mosque in Gamboru Market that left five people dead and several others injured.

In a statement issued on Thursday, Shettima strongly condemned the bomb explosion, describing it as “a despicable assault on innocent citizens and the peace of the nation.”

The vice-president disclosed that President Bola Tinubu has ordered an immediate intensification of security operations in Borno State to track down and apprehend those responsible for the attack.

According to Shettima, the Federal Government is working closely with the Borno State Government, local authorities and security agencies to strengthen the protection of vulnerable communities and critical infrastructure across the North East and other parts of the country.

“The Federal Government will not tolerate any attempt to undermine the peace and security of our nation,” Shettima said.

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“Our security agencies are working around the clock to ensure that the perpetrators of this heinous crime are brought to justice without delay.”

He expressed confidence in Nigeria’s current security architecture, saying it would not only ensure the arrest of those behind the attack but also unravel the full circumstances surrounding the incident.

Shettima also conveyed condolences to the Borno State Government, residents of Maiduguri, and families of victims who lost their lives in the bombing.

“We sympathise with the Government of Borno, the people of Maiduguri and the families who lost their loved ones in this attack,” he said.

“The Federal Government is confident that those responsible for this despicable act of terrorism will face the full weight of the law.”

Reaffirming the administration’s stance on national security, Shettima assured Nigerians that the Tinubu administration’s commitment to security remains unwavering.

“Since President Bola Tinubu assumed office in 2023, this administration has consistently reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding the security, unity and stability of Nigeria,” he stated.

“We will continue to provide our security agencies with all necessary resources and support to decisively defeat terrorism in all its forms.”

Mosque Bombing: FG Boosts Security in Maiduguri, Vows to Hunt Terrorists