Table of Contents
- Trip Cancellation
- Security Measures
- Scheduled Events
- Presidential Response
- Directive to Security Agencies
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has postponed his planned trip to Johannesburg, South Africa, and Luanda, Angola, as he awaits additional security briefings regarding the kidnapped schoolgirls from Kebbi and the assault on worshippers at the Christ Apostolic Church in Eruku, Kwara State.
This information was shared in a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Wednesday in Abuja.
The statement indicated that Tinubu has ordered an increased deployment of security personnel to Eruku and the entire Ekiti Local Government Area of the state and has instructed the police to pursue the bandits responsible for attacking worshippers.
According to DAILY POST, President Tinubu was set to depart from Abuja on Wednesday to participate in the 20th G20 Summit of leaders in South Africa and then proceed to Luanda for the 7th AU-EU Summit.
“Concerned by the security incidents in Kebbi State and Monday’s attack by bandits on worshippers at the Christ Apostolic Church in Eruku, President Tinubu opted to delay his departure.
“He is now awaiting reports from Vice President Kashim Shettima, who visited Kebbi on his behalf, as well as updates from the police and the Department of State Services concerning the incident in Kwara,” the statement revealed.
The President emphasized his directive to security agencies to take all necessary measures to rescue the 24 schoolgirls abducted by the bandits and ensure their safe return home.
Why did President Tinubu postpone his trip?
He is concerned about the recent security breaches and wants to ensure the safety of the citizens before proceeding with his travel plans.
What actions has President Tinubu taken regarding security?
He has instructed security agencies to do everything possible to rescue the abducted schoolgirls and ensure their safe return.
