Presidency Denies Ransom Payments to Bandits, Challenges El-Rufai's Claims
The Presidency refuted claims by El-Rufai that the Federal Government pays ransom to bandits, emphasizing a commitment to combating banditry without negotiation. The Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) dismissed the allegations as baseless and urged against politicizing security issues.
ONSA highlighted the sacrifices of security personnel in the fight against banditry and condemned attempts to drag national security institutions into partisan battles. The statement aimed to clarify the government's stance on ransom payments and underscored the ongoing efforts to address insecurity in Nigeria, amidst escalating tensions and accusations.
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