ABUJA, Nigeria — President Bola Tinubu has directed the Armed Forces, the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) and other security agencies to intensify operations in Kaduna State following a deadly attack on Naridon Village in Kamaru Ward, Kauru Local Government Area, which reportedly claimed about 30 lives, including women and children.
The President ordered security agencies to track down those responsible for the assault, rescue abducted victims and restore peace to the affected communities. The directive came on Tuesday as Tinubu condemned Monday’s attack, during which several houses were also reportedly set ablaze.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described the attack as a barbaric and cowardly act against innocent residents, assuring Nigerians that those responsible would be brought to justice.
Tinubu said criminal elements seeking to undermine the relative peace and improved security situation in Kaduna State would face decisive action from security forces. He reiterated his administration’s commitment to combating insecurity and dismantling criminal networks operating across the country.
“I have directed the Armed Forces, police, and relevant intelligence agencies to intensify operations across the affected areas to track down the perpetrators swiftly, secure the release of abducted individuals, and restore normalcy to the region,” the President said.
He added that the Federal Government would continue strengthening Nigeria’s security infrastructure by equipping security personnel and improving operational capabilities to respond more effectively to violent attacks.
“Our administration has an unwavering commitment to strengthening security infrastructure, equipping response personnel, and neutralising criminal networks attempting to disrupt the peace of the nation,” Tinubu stated.
The President also extended his condolences to the families of those killed, as well as to Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani, the state government and residents affected by the attack. He assured the victims and their communities of the Federal Government’s support during the recovery process.
Tinubu appealed to residents of the affected communities and the general public to cooperate with security agencies by providing timely and credible intelligence that could assist ongoing operations and help prevent future attacks.
“I urge our local communities to cooperate with security forces by providing actionable intelligence that would help early response efforts,” he said.
The President reaffirmed his administration’s determination to protect lives and property, stressing that security operations aimed at dismantling criminal groups would continue across Kaduna State and other parts of Nigeria. He maintained that the government would sustain efforts to restore lasting peace, improve public safety and prevent further attacks on communities across the country.
