Tinubu mourns Rabe Abubakar, says govt won’t heed terrorists’ demand to release arrested members

President Bola Tinubu has expressed condolences for the death of Rabe Abubakar, stating that the government will not yield to terrorist demands for the release of captured militants. He affirmed that despite the atrocities committed by terrorist groups, the administration will not negotiate with them. The President emphasized the government's resolve to combat terrorism decisively. He assured that security agencies are committed to their duties. This stance signals a firm approach against hostage-taking and extortion by criminal elements. The government remains steadfast in its commitment to national security.

This statement from President Tinubu demonstrates the government's firm stance against negotiating with terrorists, reinforcing its commitment to national security.