President Muhammadu Buhari has reassured Nigerians that ending
banditry remains a key priority of his administration.
A statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Media and
Publicity, Garba Shehu, quoted him as saying he would do whatever it
takes to ensure the country’s security system confronts these public
enemies with merciless determination.
Buhari was reacting to the recent spike in reported incidents of
banditry and kidnappings in some parts of the country. He also
condoled with all those affected.
He however, called on communities affected by banditry to support and
co-operate with the security agencies, particularly the recently
launched Operation Puff Adder to battle bandits and kidnappers.
