Nigerian President Tinubu warns armed groups to surrender or face full force of state
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu called on armed groups operating in the country's central and north-east to surrender, warning they would otherwise face "the full force of the state". BBC Africa said the statement followed a recent wave of attacks. The announcement also outlined a timetable for a special amnesty programme.
BBC Africa reported President Bola Tinubu used a briefing in Abuja to say "those who lay down arms have a path to the courts; those who keep fighting will meet the full force of the state". The government granted a 60-day amnesty window for voluntary surrender and said the legal-supervision infrastructure had been put in place.
The statement reviewed the recent incidents in Plateau and Borno states; government spokesperson Bayo Onanuga said a "continuity plan for health and education services has been activated". Police command said roadblock posts had been increased by 30%. UN Nigeria Coordinator Cherif offered peacebuilding support.
Fitch Solutions wrote that Nigerian oil production may face higher investment risk premiums under the current security pressure. The Lagos Stock Exchange opened with the banking index down 0.4%; the naira was stable against the dollar at 1,640. This is not investment advice.
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