By Joshua Tosin Ogunsakin 
President Bola Tinubu has ordered a total security cordon on forests in Kwara State in response to recent kidnappings and terrorist activities.
The directive was shared on Tuesday via a statement posted on X by the President’s Special Adviser on Media and Public Communication, Sunday Dare.
According to Dare, the President has instructed the Nigerian Air Force to extend air surveillance to the most remote sections of Kwara’s forests, where terrorists are reportedly hiding.
“President Tinubu has ordered total security cordon over the forests in Kwara State following recent kidnappings and terrorist activities.
“President Tinubu directed the Air Force to expand its air surveillance across the innermost parts of the forests in Kwara State where it is believed the terrorists are hiding. They are to maintain a 24-hour surveillance and link up with the boots on the ground,” Dare stated.
He added that the directive also covers areas in Kebbi and Niger States, where rescues are anticipated. Communities have been urged to promptly report unusual movements to assist security personnel.
“The order equally applies to the Kebbi and Niger States axis where many are expected to be rescued. Communities are also urged to provide timely information about strange movements and activities to aid the work of the security forces,” Dare explained.
The move follows recent violent incidents, including the abduction of 38 members of the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), Eruku, and another attack on Isapa community, both in Ekiti Local Government Area, Kwara State, where a pregnant woman, 10 children, two nursing mothers, and several other residents were reportedly kidnapped.