Vice President Kashim Shettima has reiterated the Federal Government’s unwavering resolve to ensure that no region within Nigeria is ever dominated or controlled by terrorist groups.
His remarks followed the latest wave of insurgent violence reported in Borno State, a development that has once again drawn national attention to security concerns in the North-East.
Speaking on Saturday, the Vice President reacted to several disturbing incidents that occurred recently. These incidents included the abduction of residents in Ngoshe and coordinated assaults targeting military formations in Konduga, Marte, Jakana, and Mainok.
According to an official statement released by Stanley Nkwocha, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications in the Office of the Vice President, Shettima disclosed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu had already ordered an urgent and comprehensive deployment of security forces to confront the attackers and restore calm in the affected communities.
“The incidents witnessed over the last few days are a stark reminder of the darkness that still lingers,” Shettima stated. “However, our choice as a nation is clear—we stand for hope rather than despair and light instead of darkness.”
He further explained that President Tinubu had been fully briefed on the situation and had promptly instructed security authorities to initiate a broad and decisive mobilisation across Nigeria’s security architecture.
According to him, the Federal Government will not allow any individual or group attempting to forcefully displace communities or seize Nigerian territory to find refuge anywhere within the country.
“The President has directed a swift and complete mobilisation of our security structure. Nigeria will never permit any safe haven for those who attempt to occupy even a single inch of our land,” he affirmed.
The Vice President stressed that the government will not succumb to intimidation resulting from what he described as cowardly acts carried out by insurgents. He also disclosed that additional tactical support and intelligence-driven reinforcements have already been deployed to strengthen military operations across the North-East region.
Shettima noted that the ongoing fight against terrorism goes beyond a conventional military campaign. In his view, the struggle represents a defence of humanity against extremist ideologies that promote violence and hatred.
“This effort is not merely about warfare,” he said. “It is a struggle to protect the very essence of our humanity from those spreading poisonous narratives of hate. Their brutal actions will never weaken our resolve.”
He assured Nigerians that all individuals responsible for the attacks would face justice in accordance with the law. At the same time, he reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to securing the safe return of those who were abducted during the incidents.
The Vice President expressed deep sympathy for the families who lost loved ones, particularly soldiers who sacrificed their lives while defending the nation.
“Our hearts go out to the families affected by these tragic events and to the courageous troops who paid the ultimate price while protecting the country,” Shettima said. “This administration remains committed to ensuring that abducted citizens are safely reunited with their loved ones.”
In addition, Shettima praised the strength and perseverance demonstrated by residents of Borno State despite years of insurgency-related hardship. He also commended the efforts of the state government under Governor Babagana Zulum, alongside the dedication and bravery displayed by military personnel and other security operatives currently on the frontline of the counter-insurgency campaign.
He concluded by emphasizing that collaboration between federal authorities, state leadership, security agencies, and local communities remains crucial to defeating terrorism and restoring long-term peace across the region.
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