Despite the regular killings of Nigerians in different parts of Nigeria by armed groups, President Bola Tinubu said security agencies in his administration “are winning the war against terrorism, banditry and other violent crimes.”

The Nigerian leader spoke in a nationwide broadcast to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary.

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PREMIUM TIMES has reported several cases of killings by armed groups in states like Niger, Kwara, Katsina, Zamfara, Anambra, and Borno. The killings have continued despite the efforts of security agencies.

Mr Tinubu, however, said victories achieved need to be celebrated.

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“Peace has returned to hundreds of our liberated communities in North-West and North-East, and thousands of our people have returned safely to their homes,” he said.

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