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Nigerian Presidency Dismisses Claims of Christmas Day Terror Plot, Warns of Panic Agenda

The Nigerian Presidency has categorically dismissed a warning from a foreign group predicting mass terror attacks in northern states on Christmas Day, labeling the report as a potential attempt to incite panic and internal crisis within the country.

The alert was issued by a U.S.-based organization called "Equipping The Persecuted," which claimed terrorists were regrouping to launch attacks in Plateau, Nasarawa, Kaduna, and Benue states on December 25. In a strong rebuke, President Bola Tinubu's Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Temitope Ajayi, questioned the motives behind the alarm.

"We should be very careful how we digest and process some of these doubtful reports by external organisations who are setting a stage for internal crisis in our country," Ajayi told Saturday Punch. "We should not be providing oxygen for reports that heighten a sense of insecurity."

Questioning Motives and Timing

Ajayi expressed deep concern over the specific focus on a major Christian holiday, calling for scrutiny of the organization's intentions. "What is the motive and agenda of this organisation in raising this kind of alarm about a likely terror attack in the three states and on Christmas Day?" he queried.

Government Reassures Public, Vows Security Readiness

Despite forcefully rejecting the report's validity, the Presidency moved to reassure citizens. Ajayi stated that Nigeria's security forces are fully prepared to counter any threat.

"Whatever the motive is, our security forces are capable of foiling any terror attack and keeping us safe," he asserted. He urged Nigerians to remain calm and proceed with their holiday plans without fear, adding: "Nigerians should not entertain any fear in any part of the country. The police and the military are working to ensure we have a peaceful Christmas and Yuletide season."

The government's statement aims to project confidence and control, framing the external warning as an unhelpful distraction while publicly affirming the capability of national security agencies.


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