President Buhari Condemns Boko Haram's Saturday Attacks on Maiduguri

Nigeria’s President, Muhammadu Buhari has strongly condemned the Saturday’s attacks on Maiduguri, the Borno State capital where no fewer than 11 persons were killed.

Buhari in a statement signed by Garba Shehu, the presidency media officer, extended his condolences to the families of the victims. He affirmed that his administration “will not tolerate wanton and wilful destruction of life by criminal elements that are bent on anarchy.”

Buhari further promised to use all available resources to curb terrorism on the Nigerian soil.

President Buhari described the terrorists as “cowardly murderers that target innocent people” and called local communities to continue their vigilante activities.

He also vowed to motivate the Nigerian soldiers by effectively funding them and attending to their welfares.