President Bola Tinubu has ordered a total security cordon over the forests in Kwara State.
The order also extends to Kebbi and Niger states, which have recorded mass abductions by terrorists in recent days.
The directive follows the rise in kidnappings, killings and terrorist activities in Kwara State.
Tinubu directed the Air Force to expands its air surveillance across the innermost parts of the forest, where the terrorists are believed to be hiding.
This was revealed in a statement posted on X by the President’s Special Adviser on Media and Communication, Sunday Dare.
According to Dare, there will be a 24-hour surveillance and link up with booths on the ground.
The statement added, “This order equally applies to the Kebbi and Niger states axis where many are expected to be rescued.
“Communities are also urged to provide timely information about strange movements and activities to aide the work of the security forces.”
