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An ambulance seen at the hospital following the blast in Maiduguri, Nigeria, Monday, March 16, 2026… Photo Credit: AP |
The directive came amid rising tensions from the blasts, which claimed lives and injured many.
In a statement released Tuesday, March 17, 2026, by Bayo Onanuga, the president’s special adviser on information and strategy, Tinubu mourned the victims, extended heartfelt sympathies to the wounded, and pledged unwavering solidarity with Borno residents as security forces ramp up efforts to restore calm.
“I want to make it categorically clear that these acts of terror are the final desperate and frantic attempts by criminals and terrorist elements trying to instill and spread fear, as they are under constant pressure from our brave armed forces and security agencies operating in various theatres,” the statement reads.
“We will continue to intensify our efforts against all criminal elements, wherever they may be.”
Twenty-three persons have been confirmed dead from the blasts, with 108 injured, according to the police.
On Monday, the army had said more suicide bomb attacks could be imminent in Maiduguri.
In the statement, the president added that Nigeria will not succumb to fear.
“I must commend the courage and fighting spirit of our patriotic troops who successfully repelled the coordinated attacks by these terrorists on military positions in the state,” Tinubu said.
“The Monday attacks were desperate acts of the evil-minded terrorist groups. Our gallant military and civilian task forces will curtail and put them down.
“Just last weekend, during a security meeting with leaders of security and intelligence agencies, I approved additional equipment and operational support to enhance their capabilities. This effort is already in progress.
“Additionally, I have directed security chiefs to move to Maiduguri to take charge of the situation. I have also directed the emergency agencies to provide proper care for the injured.
“There is no place in Nigeria where terrorists will find safety. We will locate them, confront them, and completely defeat them.
“Nigeria will not succumb to fear.”
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