Group Commends Nigerian Armed Forces Over Mass Rescue, Urges Sustained Action Against Insecurity

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A support group, Prayer and Support for the Nigerian Armed Forces & Other Security Agencies, has congratulated the Nigerian Army on what it described as a major operational success in the rescue of 360 persons previously held captive by Boko Haram insurgents in the Mandara Mountains, Borno State.

The group, in a statement issued by its convener, Ambassador Mary Abayomi Fatile, also praised the Nigeria Police Force for securing the release of the sister and twin of Honourable Adelabu, describing both operations as commendable breakthroughs in ongoing national security efforts.

According to the statement, the achievements represent significant progress in the fight against insurgency and kidnapping, noting that such outcomes deserve the appreciation and encouragement of all Nigerians.

The group expressed solidarity with personnel of the armed forces and other security agencies, praying for continued strength, wisdom, and protection for those engaged in frontline operations across the country. It described their service as sacrificial, emphasizing that many officers operate under difficult and dangerous conditions while spending long periods away from their families.

It further appealed for intensified efforts by security agencies across all states to secure the release of school children and teachers still held in captivity, warning that every day spent in the hands of abductors deepens national anguish and represents a collective wound to the conscience of the country.

The statement also urged Nigerians to support security agencies through encouragement rather than condemnation, stressing that national security personnel remain committed to safeguarding lives despite operational constraints. It called on citizens to recognize the shared responsibility of security, urging vigilance and timely reporting of suspicious activities under the widely promoted principle of “if you see something, say something.”

Addressing political leaders, the group cautioned against politicising insecurity, insisting that the suffering of citizens should never be used for political advantage. It warned that the cries of abducted children and grieving families would outlast political promises, calling for leadership defined by urgency and compassion.

The statement concluded with a renewed call for unity and collective action against insecurity, declaring that Nigerians deserve peace and that sustained cooperation between citizens and leaders remains essential to achieving lasting security.

“Enough of insecurity. Enough of bloodshed. Enough of kidnapping. Nigerians deserve peace, and together, leaders and citizens alike, we can build it,” the statement read.

Ambassador Mary Abayomi Fatile signed the statement as Convener of the Prayer and Support for the Nigerian Armed Forces & Other Security Agencies.