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Worried by the protracted insurgency of more than a decade in the country, President Bola Tinubu has declared that Nigeria will not capitulate to forces of terror, fear, or disloyalty.

Addressing soldiers deployed to the frontline in Katsina on Friday, he acknowledged their valor and steadfastness, emphasizing their essential function in preserving the country’s sovereignty.

Tinubu said: “I stand before you not just as your President and Commander-in-Chief, but as a fellow patriot. Your courage, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment are deeply humbling.

“You are the shield of Nigeria, standing firm against terror, ensuring the future of our children.”

The president said the battle being fought by these troops in Katsina and across the nation is more than just about reclaiming territory—it is a battle for the very soul of Nigeria.

“Every inch of ground you secure, every terrorist you neutralise, is a victory for justice, freedom, and the future of this country. Your sacrifices are the foundation of our nation’s democracy. You are the silent guardians of our peace,” Tinubu said.

Acknowledging the numerous challenges faced by the military, Tinubu assured the soldiers that their welfare is a top priority of his administration.

“We are equipping you with superior tools, intelligence, and logistics to not only defend this nation but to decisively defeat every enemy. But it’s not just about weapons. We are committed to your welfare—your families, your allowances, healthcare, and dignity.”

Tinubu restated his government’s commitment to improving the lives of the troops, with initiatives like housing programmes, family support, insurance coverage, and better pay already being rolled out.

“The threats we face—terrorism, banditry, insurgency—will not stand. Nigerians are looking to you to defeat these enemies and reclaim every inch of our land,” he told the troops.

He urged the soldiers to let their resolve echo throughout the nation, stating “Let the enemies of Nigeria know their time is up. We will not bow—not to fear, not to terror, not to treachery. With your strength and discipline, peace will reign.”

Tinubu assured the military that his administration would provide unwavering support.

“To those seeking to destabilise our nation—whether collaborators within or agents from abroad—Nigeria will not bow. You are the spearhead of this fight, and I stand with you, now and always.”

President Bola Tinubu, who is distressed by the country’s long-running insurgency, has declared that it will not give in to forces of fear, disloyalty, or terror.

He thanked the soldiers who were on the frontline in Katsina on Friday, praising their valor and steadfastness and highlighting their crucial role in preserving the nation’s sovereignty.

I stand before you as a fellow patriot, not just as your leader and commander-in-chief, as Tinubu once said. Your devout, unwavering commitment, and sacrifice are all very humble.

You protect our children’s future by standing firm against terror and as the shield of Nigeria. ”

The president claimed that the battle between these troops in Katsina and throughout the country is more important than just reclaiming territory. It is also about preserving Nigeria’s core.

Every terrorist you neutralize and every inch of the country’s soil represents a victory for justice, freedom, and the country’s future. The foundation of democracy in our country is your sacrifices. You are our peace’s silent guardians, according to Tinubu.

Tinubu reaffirmed to the soldiers that his administration prioritizes their welfare over the many challenges that the military faces.

We are providing you with advanced equipment, logistics, intelligence, and intelligence to effectively defend this country and defeat all adversaries. However, weapons are not the only thing that matters. Your families, your benefits, your healthcare, and your dignity are all important to us. ”

With initiatives like housing programs, family support, insurance coverage, and better pay already being implemented, Tinubu reiterated his government’s commitment to improving the lives of the soldiers.

Terrorist, bandit, and insurgency threats are all threats that we face. The troops are eager to see if you can defeat these foes and reclaim every inch of our land, he declared.

He urged the soldiers to let their resolve spread throughout the country, urging them to let their enemies in Nigeria know it is all but over. We won’t bow down, and that includes treachery, terror, and fear. Peace will prevail with your will and perseverance. ”

Tinubu promised the military that his government would support them without condition.

Nigeria will not bow to those who seek to destabilize our country, whether they are foreigners or international collaborators. I will always be with you because you are the spearhead of this conflict. ”

In its ongoing crackdown on crime and criminals’ hideouts, the FCT Police Command said it has recovered 21 stolen vehicles and apprehended 1,611 suspects through coordinated operations in April 2025, Persecondnews reports.

FCT Police Commissioner Ajao Adewale disclosed this at a media briefing at the command headquarters on Friday in Abuja, where he advised car owners to adopt basic safety measures such as installing tracking devices, pedal locks, and steering wheel locks to prevent vehicle theft.

The operations, he said, were driven by intelligence and aimed at tackling the growing incidents of car theft and drug-related crimes in the FCT.

According to Adewale, the command’s targeted raids on blackspots and hideouts, backed by other security agencies and vigilante groups, yielded arrests of suspects involved in diverse crimes.

The police boss also disclosed that 15 suspects were arrested in connection with car theft incidents, and out of the 21 recovered vehicles, six have been returned to their owners, while 15 vehicles were showcased during the press briefing.

Elaborating on the arrests, Adewale said: “On April 11, police operatives attached to the Central Police Station intercepted a 1999 Toyota Camry, popularly known as “pencil light,” being driven suspiciously near the Revenue Mobilization and Fiscal Commission. The driver, Hassan Bukar, attempted to escape but was apprehended.

“Investigations revealed that the vehicle had been stolen from the Commission’s premises. A bunch of master keys used in vehicle theft was recovered from the suspect, who confessed to plans of selling the car in Kaduna State.

“In another case, on April 10, one Daniel James reported to the police that his mechanic, Abdulazeez Auwal Salisu, had disappeared with his 2011 Toyota Camry. The car was traced to a buyer in Gwarinpa, and the suspect, Alex Lucky Ologhosele, was arrested. The vehicle was recovered, while Abdulazeez remains at large.

“Also, on March 4, the Command recovered an official Hilux vehicle that had been stolen by its assigned driver, Abubakar Sadio. The driver had driven the vehicle away on March 3 and was apprehended in Kaduna while trying to sell it. Another unregistered Hilux was also found in his possession.

“On April 28, five men attempting to sell a stolen Mercedes Benz E-400 were arrested in Life Camp. The suspects Suleiman Idris, Isyaku Habibu, Ganiyu Sadiq, Idowu Akintunde, and Bello Muyideen were caught after a potential buyer alerted police about the suspicious transaction. The vehicle was confirmed to have been stolen from Lagos.

“The Command also carried out massive anti drug raids between April 30 and May 1. A total of 1,488 suspects were arrested in a joint operation with the Army, local hunters, and other security outfits. These operations took place in several high crime zones within the FCT.

“Exhibits recovered during these raids include large quantities of cannabis, methamphetamine, tramadol, codeine, ziphanol, Exol, diazepam, and other narcotics. Non-drug items recovered include 149 mobile phones, 14 laptops, 10 tablets, 109 ATM cards, 15 motorcycles, 10 POS machines, and two generator sets.”

The police commissioner praised the joint effort of all security agencies and urged residents to view security as a collective responsibility while reiterating the importance of sharing timely information with the police and remaining vigilant in their neighborhoods.

He said: “During our investigations, we observed that many criminals use sophisticated tools to bypass car security systems. Simple devices like tracking systems can deter them or aid recovery. I want to strongly urge residents to install car trackers. These devices are no longer luxury they are a necessity in today’s security environment.

“It is important to know who your neighbor is and what they do. This awareness can help in preventing crimes.”

The commissioner reiterated the Command’s dedication to enhancing security in the FCT, stating that all suspects will be prosecuted once investigations are finalized.

In its ongoing crackdown on crime and criminals’ hideouts, the FCT Police Command said it has recovered 21 stolen vehicles and apprehended 1,611 suspects through coordinated operations in April 2025, Persecondnews reports.

FCT Police Commissioner Ajao Adewale disclosed this at a media briefing at the command headquarters on Friday in Abuja, where he advised car owners to adopt basic safety measures such as installing tracking devices, pedal locks, and steering wheel locks to prevent vehicle theft.

The operations, he said, were driven by intelligence and aimed at tackling the growing incidents of car theft and drug-related crimes in the FCT.

According to Adewale, the command’s targeted raids on blackspots and hideouts, backed by other security agencies and vigilante groups, yielded arrests of suspects involved in diverse crimes.

The police boss also disclosed that 15 suspects were arrested in connection with car theft incidents, and out of the 21 recovered vehicles, six have been returned to their owners, while 15 vehicles were showcased during the press briefing.

Elaborating on the arrests, Adewale said: “On April 11, police operatives attached to the Central Police Station intercepted a 1999 Toyota Camry, popularly known as “pencil light,” being driven suspiciously near the Revenue Mobilization and Fiscal Commission. The driver, Hassan Bukar, attempted to escape but was apprehended.

“Investigations revealed that the vehicle had been stolen from the Commission’s premises. A bunch of master keys used in vehicle theft was recovered from the suspect, who confessed to plans of selling the car in Kaduna State.

“In another case, on April 10, one Daniel James reported to the police that his mechanic, Abdulazeez Auwal Salisu, had disappeared with his 2011 Toyota Camry. The car was traced to a buyer in Gwarinpa, and the suspect, Alex Lucky Ologhosele, was arrested. The vehicle was recovered, while Abdulazeez remains at large.

“Also, on March 4, the Command recovered an official Hilux vehicle that had been stolen by its assigned driver, Abubakar Sadio. The driver had driven the vehicle away on March 3 and was apprehended in Kaduna while trying to sell it. Another unregistered Hilux was also found in his possession.

“On April 28, five men attempting to sell a stolen Mercedes Benz E-400 were arrested in Life Camp. The suspects Suleiman Idris, Isyaku Habibu, Ganiyu Sadiq, Idowu Akintunde, and Bello Muyideen were caught after a potential buyer alerted police about the suspicious transaction. The vehicle was confirmed to have been stolen from Lagos.

“The Command also carried out massive anti drug raids between April 30 and May 1. A total of 1,488 suspects were arrested in a joint operation with the Army, local hunters, and other security outfits. These operations took place in several high crime zones within the FCT.

“Exhibits recovered during these raids include large quantities of cannabis, methamphetamine, tramadol, codeine, ziphanol, Exol, diazepam, and other narcotics. Non-drug items recovered include 149 mobile phones, 14 laptops, 10 tablets, 109 ATM cards, 15 motorcycles, 10 POS machines, and two generator sets.”

The police commissioner praised the joint effort of all security agencies and urged residents to view security as a collective responsibility while reiterating the importance of sharing timely information with the police and remaining vigilant in their neighborhoods.

He said: “During our investigations, we observed that many criminals use sophisticated tools to bypass car security systems. Simple devices like tracking systems can deter them or aid recovery. I want to strongly urge residents to install car trackers. These devices are no longer luxury they are a necessity in today’s security environment.

“It is important to know who your neighbor is and what they do. This awareness can help in preventing crimes.”

The commissioner reiterated the Command’s dedication to enhancing security in the FCT, stating that all suspects will be prosecuted once investigations are finalized.

The long-awaited justice has finally been served as the killer of Oluwabamise Ayanwola, a 22-year-old girl murdered by a Lagos Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) driver, Andrew Ominikoron, was on Friday sentenced to death by hanging.

Justice Sherifat Sonaike of the Lagos State High Court, sitting at the Tafawa Balewa Square Annexe, handed down the verdict.

Persecondnews had reported that Bamise (Oluwabamise), a young Nigerian unmarried woman who was abducted after boarding a BRT in Lagos on March 1, 2022, was found dead nine days later.

Ominikoron was arraigned on a five-count charge bordering on murder, conspiracy, and rape, in connection with the girl’s death, as well as the sexual assault of Dr. Anosike Victoria and the rape of Maryland Ojiezelu.

He had pleaded not guilty to all the charges.

In her judgment delivered on Friday, Justice Sonaike held that the Lagos State Government had successfully proved its case beyond reasonable doubt.

She declared: “For the death of Oluwabamise Ayanwola, you will be hanged by the neck until you are dead. May God have mercy on your soul.