President Bola Tinubu has directed security chiefs to relocate to Maiduguri following multiple bomb attacks in the city.
In a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, the president mourned those who lost their lives, sympathised with the injured, and expressed solidarity with residents of Borno State.
“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 operating in various theatres,” the statement reads.
“We will continue to intensify our efforts against all criminal elements, wherever they may be.”
According to police figures, at least 23 people have been confirmed dead, while 108 others were injured in the attacks.
Earlier, the Nigerian Army had warned that more suicide bomb attacks could be imminent in Maiduguri.
Tinubu stressed that Nigeria would not succumb to fear and commended the efforts of security forces.
“I must commend the courage and fighting spirit of our patriotic troops who successfully repelled the coordinated attacks by these terrorists on military positions in the state,” he said.
“The Monday attacks were desperate acts of the evil-minded terrorist groups. Our gallant military and civilian task forces will curtail and put them down.
“Just last weekend, during a security meeting with leaders of security and intelligence agencies, I approved additional equipment and operational support to enhance their capabilities. This effort is already in progress.
“Additionally, I have directed security chiefs to move to Maiduguri to take charge of the situation. I have also directed the emergency agencies to provide proper care for the injured.
“There is no place in Nigeria where terrorists will find safety. We will locate them, confront them, and completely defeat them.
“Nigeria will not succumb to fear.”
