Tinubu to Armed Forces: Your sacrifice is acknowledged, we won’t take you for granted

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the professionalism and resilience of the Nigerian Armed Forces in combating the scourge of terrorism and banditry.

Tinubu, in a post on his official X handle, @officialABAT, recalled the recent breakthrough of the Armed Forces in taking the battle to the fortresses of the terrorists.

Over the weekend, troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), rescued 360 hostages in the North East state of Borno.

In a similar feat, troops of Sector 5 operating in Bokkos also foiled a kidnapping attempt at Faggem village in Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau.

Tinubu in his post applauded the efforts of the security agencies, whom he noted “stand as a shield between innocent citizens and those who seek to destroy the peace, safety, and dignity of our communities.”

Aside from eulogising serving and departed soldiers, President Tinubu admonished Nigerians to be vigilant, submitting that “the fight against terror is not only a military operation. It is a national duty. Citizens must support our security forces by providing timely, useful information. When you see something, say something. When you know something, report it.”

His post read: “I commend all our patriotic front-line soldiers in the fight against terrorism in all forms.

“You stand as a shield between innocent citizens and those who seek to destroy the peace, safety, and dignity of our communities.

“In the forests, on the roads, at forward operating bases, in the air, creeks, and across difficult terrains, you carry the burden of national protection so that millions of Nigerians can sleep, work, worship, farm, trade, and raise their children in hope.

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“This fight has not been easy. It has come with pain, pressure, and sacrifice. But your courage has remained firm. Your service is acknowledged. Your sacrifice is honoured. Your country does not take you for granted.

“To every officer and soldier of our Armed Forces, to the Police, DSS, Civil Defence, intelligence services, local security formations, and all who work day and night to keep Nigeria safe, I say thank you.

“I also acknowledge the families behind the uniform. Many of you have endured long absences, anxious nights, and the emotional cost of duty. Nigeria remembers that sacrifice, too.

“We honour those who have paid the supreme price in defence of our country. Their names may not always trend, but their courage lives on in rescued communities, protected families, and the survival of the nation they served.

“The fight against terror is not only a military operation. It is a national duty. Citizens must support our security forces by providing timely, useful information. When you see something, say something. When you know something, report it.

“Nigeria will not surrender to fear. We will not allow terrorists, bandits, kidnappers, or violent extremists to define who we are as a people. Their violence is not our identity. Their hatred does not represent Nigerians of any faith, creed, or community.

“To our troops and all front-line patriots, thank you for your courage. Thank you for your vigilance. Thank you for your service.

“May the Almighty protect you as you protect our country.”