…Confirms the freedom of Nigerian pupils
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has confirmed the successful rescue of abducted citizens in Kwara and Niger States, following coordinated security operations by Nigeria’s security forces.
In a statement addressed to the nation, the President said he had cancelled his planned trip to the G20 summit in South Africa to personally oversee security efforts at home.
“Thanks to the efforts of our security forces over the last few days, all the 38 worshippers abducted in Eruku, Kwara State have been rescued,” he said.
President Tinubu also confirmed the recovery of a significant number of students from a Catholic school in Niger State.
“I am equally happy that 51 out of the missing students of the Catholic School in Niger State, have been recovered,” he added.
The President assured Nigerians that he remains closely monitoring the security situation nationwide.
“I am closely monitoring the security situation nationwide and receiving continuous updates from the frontline,” he said.
He stressed his commitment to the safety of every Nigerian, saying: “Let me be clear: I will not relent. Every Nigerian, in every state, has the right to safety — and under my watch, we will secure this nation and protect our people.”
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