Tinubu Says Nigerian Forces Eliminated Over 13,000 Terrorists in One Year

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced that Nigerian security forces have neutralised more than 13,000 suspected terrorists over the past year, highlighting what he described as major gains in the country's fight against insurgency and violent crime.

In a nationwide Democracy Day broadcast on Friday, Tinubu said fatalities linked to terrorist activities have fallen significantly since he assumed office in 2023. He also revealed that more than 124,000 former fighters and their dependants have surrendered through the government's rehabilitation initiative, Operation Safe Corridor.

The president praised the efforts of the military and security agencies, stating that ongoing operations have weakened armed groups operating across the country.

Despite these achievements, Nigeria continues to face serious security challenges. Armed groups linked to extremist organisations, as well as criminal kidnapping gangs, remain active in several regions, particularly in rural communities where security presence is limited.

Schools, places of worship, and remote settlements have frequently been targeted in recent months, with kidnappings for ransom remaining a major concern. Security officials say many armed groups are relocating and adapting their tactics as military pressure increases.

Recent incidents have included mass abductions of students, teachers, and villagers. In one of the latest operations, Nigerian troops rescued hundreds of people reportedly held captive by the extremist group Boko Haram in a remote area of Borno State.

Tinubu reaffirmed his administration's commitment to restoring peace and security across the country, promising continued efforts to defeat terrorism, banditry, and other forms of violent crime.

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