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Kano APC chieftain hails Tinubu over rescue of 176 Kwara abductees

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  • A Kano APC chieftain, Musa Kwankwaso, praised President Bola Tinubu for the rescue of 176 abducted residents from Kwara State.
  • Kwankwaso stated the rescue demonstrates Tinubu's commitment to tackling insecurity in Nigeria.
  • He expressed optimism that Tinubu's achievements would lead to his re-election in 2027.

Musa Kwankwaso, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State, has commended President Bola Tinubu for the successful rescue of 176 residents abducted from communities in Kwara State. The abducted individuals were from Woro and Nuku communities in Kaiama Local Government Area.

As the 176 residents of Woro and Nuku communities in Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State, who were abducted on February 3, 2026, regained their freedom, it shows that President Tinubu is clearly working to free the nation from the bondage of insecurity.

— Musa KwankwasoCommending President Tinubu's efforts in securing the release of abducted residents.

In a statement, Kwankwaso, who also serves as the Director of Finance at the Hadejia Jama’are River Basin Development Authority, highlighted that the rescue operation, conducted by the Nigerian military, brought an end to nearly six months of suffering for the victims and their families. He asserted that the President's actions clearly indicate a dedication to freeing the nation from the grip of insecurity.

The opposition should learn to appreciate government efforts when there is a breakthrough in the security challenges facing the nation.

— Musa KwankwasoUrging political opponents to acknowledge successes in national security.

The Kwara State Government had previously announced the development, describing the rescue as a significant breakthrough and acknowledging the efforts of President Tinubu, security agencies, and all involved parties. Kwankwaso urged the opposition to recognize and appreciate government efforts during security successes.

This is a clear testament that sooner rather than later, the security challenges in the country will become a thing of the past.

— Musa KwankwasoExpressing optimism about overcoming Nigeria's security challenges.

He also extended commendations to the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, the Ministers of Defence, and the Service Chiefs for their roles in the operation. Kwankwaso expressed confidence that Nigeria's security challenges would be overcome, predicting that Nigerians, particularly in the North, would support Tinubu's re-election bid in 2027 due to his perceived achievements.

Northerners will no doubt come out en masse to vote for President Tinubu for a second term in 2027 because of his tremendous achievements.

— Musa KwankwasoPredicting strong support for Tinubu's re-election from Northern Nigerians.
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