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Nigeria has warned of potential security threats following recent military offensives against terrorist groups, urging citizens to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities.
The Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) issued the advisory on August 27 after security agencies recorded notable successes against the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) and other criminal groups, including the killing of ISWAP commander Abubakar Mainok.
“This advisory is issued against the backdrop of sustained operations by Nigerian security agencies across the North-East, North-West, and North-Central regions, which have recorded notable successes against the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) and other criminal groups,” the ONSA said in an advisory seen by Premium Times.
“These operations have led to the neutralisation of several terrorist and bandit commanders, including Abubakar Al-Mainok alias Abu Bilal Al-Minuki, as well as the disruption of camps, hideouts, and other criminal strongholds in various areas.”
The ONSA said terror groups “may seek to carry out isolated acts aimed at creating fear or drawing attention to themselves” despite the heavy losses inflicted.
The advisory urged the public to “maintain vigilance at all times and remain security-conscious in their immediate environment”.
“Citizens are encouraged to remain alert to unusual or suspicious persons, objects, vehicles, and movements within their environment,” the ONSA said.
It added that these should be reported through appropriate channels.
The office also advised against the spread of unverified information and urged members of the public to remain calm.
ONSA called on state and local government authorities to strengthen community vigilance, support preventive measures, and ensure timely information sharing with security agencies.
The office said the government’s efforts to protect life and property remain a priority and assured the international community of a safe and stable environment for citizens, foreign nationals, diplomatic missions, investors and development partners.
“The government will also continue to work closely with the international community through sustained intelligence sharing, security cooperation, and coordinated preventive measures to address evolving threats and strengthen collective security.”
