Effiong Critiques Tinubu's Military Response to Terrorism

Inibehe Effiong, a human rights lawyer, expressed disappointment in President Bola Tinubu's response to the ongoing insecurity in Nigeria, particularly regarding military actions against terrorists. He specifically referenced the ambush of a convoy led by Gen.

Musa Uba, who commanded the 25 Task Force Brigade in Damboa, Borno State. This ambush, attributed to fighters from the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), resulted in the deaths of senior officers.

Effiong compared the Nigerian military's response to that of the United States, citing instances where the U.S. government has taken decisive action to rescue its personnel. He criticized the lack of similar commitment from the Nigerian government, suggesting that Tinubu's administration has failed to adequately support military personnel in combat against insurgents.

Effiong's comments highlight a broader concern regarding the effectiveness of Nigeria's military operations in the face of persistent terrorist threats.