Former Sokoto State Governor, Rt. Hon. Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has called for calm among residents of communities affected by the reported joint United States–Nigeria airstrikes in parts of the state.
Tambuwal’s appeal followed reports of panic in Jabo town, located in Tambuwal Local Government Area, where residents were said to have been alarmed on Thursday night by the military operation.
The airstrikes were reportedly carried out as part of a broader counterterrorism campaign announced by former United States President Donald Trump, aimed at targeting terrorist groups linked to insecurity in Nigeria.
In a statement, the former governor said he had taken note of public concerns surrounding the operation, which was conducted under the ongoing counterterrorism cooperation between the Federal Government of Nigeria and the United States.
He urged residents of the affected communities to remain calm, peaceful and law-abiding while security authorities work to clarify the circumstances and objectives of the operation.
Tambuwal welcomed Nigeria’s collaboration with the United States in the fight against terrorism in the North, describing it as a necessary step towards restoring peace and stability in the region.
He assured the people of Sokoto South that he was engaging relevant security agencies to obtain comprehensive information on the incident and to ensure that appropriate safeguards were in place.
The former governor emphasised that counterterrorism operations are directed at criminal and terrorist elements threatening public safety, not innocent civilians who are themselves victims of insecurity.
He also commended the professionalism and dedication of Nigerian military and security personnel, noting that they continue to operate under challenging conditions, often in partnership with international allies, to combat terrorism and banditry.
Tambuwal called on traditional rulers, community leaders and residents to cooperate with security agencies by providing credible information and resisting misinformation capable of escalating fear or tension.
He expressed confidence that unity, vigilance and public support for lawful security efforts would contribute to defeating terrorism and securing lasting peace in Sokoto State and across the country.
