Shettima: Tinubu Working to Secure Safe Return of Abducted Schoolchildren, Others

Vice President Kashim Shettima has reassured Nigerians that President Bola Tinubu is actively engaged in efforts to ensure the safe return of schoolchildren and other citizens currently held captive. Shettima stressed the administration's unwavering dedication to restoring peace and security throughout the nation.

Speaking at a special Jummat prayer for Democracy Day, Shettima called for fervent prayers for peace, unity, and national stability. He affirmed that the government is intensifying its efforts to combat insecurity and protect lives and property, vowing to deploy all necessary resources for the rescue of victims and the establishment of lasting peace in troubled communities.

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I want to assure Nigerians of President Bola Tinubu’s unwavering commitment towards restoring peace and stability in the nation. President Bola Tinubu is working day and night to ensure the safe recovery of all children in the hands of bandits and terrorists.

This assurance comes amid ongoing security challenges, with troops of Operation Hadin Kai successfully repelling a terrorist attack on a Forward Operating Base in the North-East. However, the intense confrontation resulted in the loss of five soldiers and three members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), who made the ultimate sacrifice defending their post.

In response to the persistent insecurity, security experts are advocating for more proactive measures to safeguard citizens. The Vice President also urged Nigerians to set aside their differences, unite, and pray for the nation's stability, highlighting that the country's unifying bonds are stronger than its divisions.

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No matter how long the night is; it must give way to the light of dawn. Stormy as the weather may be, it will not rain forever. The government remains irrevocably committed to restoring peace and stability in the nation.