Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo held an emergency security meeting on Monday to address tensions between the Isanlu community and Fulani settlers following the alleged killing of a Fulani individual by local residents. The meeting, aimed at fostering peace and ensuring justice, brought together key stakeholders including traditional rulers, community leaders, and security agencies.
The Governor cut short his visit to Abuja, where he was set to receive an award, to personally address the escalating security concerns in Isanlu. According to the State Commissioner for Information and Communications, Hon. Kingsley Fanwo, Governor Ododo emphasized the importance of dialogue and warned against taking the law into one’s hands.
During the meeting, the Governor listened to grievances from both parties, urging restraint and cooperation.
He stated, “Intelligence had previously linked terrorists in this location to recent attacks, including the assault on troops in Kareto on 16 November 2024.
“In response, Nigerian Air Force (NAF) fighter jets launched a robust air interdiction mission, destroying identified structures used as storage facilities and neutralising terrorists on-site.
“Mop-up operations using cannons ensured the complete elimination of fleeing hostile elements.
“The operation’s success was made possible by extensive intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions conducted over several days, confirming the presence of active terrorist structures camouflaged under dense vegetation.
‘”The destruction of the terrorist enclave, including food storage facilities, severely disrupted their logistical operations.
“The neutralisation of a significant number of fighters diminished their capacity to launch future attacks.
“This mission demonstrates the NAF’s unwavering commitment to defending our nation and people, acting singly and supporting surface forces in counterterrorism operations.
“The NAF will sustain these robust independent and joint operations until all enemies of Nigeria’s prosperity and wellbeing are brought to justice.”
