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President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday welcomed the rescue of 308 abducted Nigerians in coordinated security operations across Niger and Kwara states, describing the mission as evidence of the growing effectiveness of intelligence-led operations and inter-agency collaboration.
The President also directed security agencies to strengthen early warning mechanisms, deepen community-level intelligence gathering and enhance rapid response capabilities to prevent future abductions across the country.
The rescued victims comprised 163 persons abducted from Woro Community in the Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State and another 145 kidnapped in Niger State.
According to a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the victims were rescued from the Kainji Lake National Park forest in New Bussa Local Government Area of Niger State during what it described as the largest same-day rescue operation ever conducted by a joint security team.
The operation was coordinated by the National Counter-Terrorism Centre (NCTC), with personnel drawn from the Armed Forces of Nigeria, the Department of State Services (DSS), and the Nigeria Police Force.
Commending the security agencies for the successful operation, Tinubu praised their courage, professionalism, and seamless collaboration.
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“The successful execution of this intelligence-led operation demonstrates the growing efficiency and collaboration among our security services. I commend our gallant men and women in uniform for their bravery and unwavering commitment to safeguarding Nigerian lives,” the president said.
The Presidency disclosed that the rescued citizens are currently receiving first aid and medical attention at the medical facility in Wawa Cantonment.
It added that, after completing medical evaluations, the victims would be handed over to the governments of their respective states for rehabilitation, comprehensive care, and reunification with their families.
While celebrating the rescue, Tinubu stressed that preventing future attacks must remain a national priority.
He consequently directed security agencies and relevant stakeholders to immediately reinforce early warning systems, improve intelligence gathering at the community level, and strengthen rapid response capabilities to forestall similar incidents nationwide.
The president reiterated his administration’s commitment to tackling insecurity, assuring Nigerians that the government would continue to intensify efforts to eliminate security threats, protect vulnerable communities and restore lasting peace across the country.
