Vice-President Kashim Shettima has condemned the bomb explosion that killed about five persons and injured many at a mosque in Gamboru market, Maiduguri, Borno state.

Shettima described the attack as a despicable assault on innocent citizens and the peace of the nation.

In a statement by his spokesperson, Stanley Nkwocha, the vice-president said President Bola Tinubu has ordered the immediate intensification of security operations in Borno State following the incident.

He said the federal government is deploying additional tactical teams to track down and apprehend those responsible for the attack.

“The Federal Government will not tolerate any attempt to undermine the peace and security of our nation,” Shettima said.

“Our security agencies are working round the clock to ensure that the perpetrators of this heinous crime are brought to justice immediately.”

The vice-president expressed confidence in the current security architecture to apprehend the perpetrators and unravel the circumstances surrounding the incident.

“We sympathize with the Government of Borno State, residents, and families who have lost their loved ones in this attack,” Shettima said.

“The Federal Government is confident that those responsible for this despicable act of terrorism will face the full weight of the law.”

Shettima assured Nigerians that the Tinubu administration’s commitment to national security remains unwavering.

“Since President Bola Ahmed Tinubu assumed office in 2023, this administration has consistently reaffirmed its unyielding commitment to safeguarding the security, unity, and stability of our nation,” he said.

“This commitment remains steadfast under God and the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

“We will continue to provide our security agencies with all necessary resources and support to decisively defeat terrorism in all its forms.”

He said the federal government is working closely with state authorities and local security agencies to protect vulnerable communities and critical infrastructure across the north-east and other regions.