President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured Nigerians that the Federal Government’s evolving security strategy will soon produce tangible results, despite persistent challenges across the country.
The President gave the assurance while receiving a delegation from the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) at his residence in Lagos, where he acknowledged public concerns over rising insecurity but maintained that his administration is taking deliberate and long-term steps to address the problem.
According to the President, the government is changing how the country’s security system works to make it more effective. He explained that these changes may not solve the problem immediately, but they are meant to bring lasting peace, and he emphasized that tackling insecurity is one of his administration’s main priorities.
He also said the government is trying to make the military stronger by getting better weapons and equipment. He explained that four attack helicopters ordered from the United States have been delayed, and that Nigeria has also reached out to Turkey for help to better fight insurgents and bandits.
Tinubu pointed to Nigeria’s vast ungoverned spaces as a major challenge, explaining that criminal groups continue to adapt their tactics. However, he insisted that security agencies are responding with improved coordination and intelligence-driven operations.
He futher explained that allowing states and communities to have their own police is very important for dealing with security problems at the local level and some of these changes need approval through the constitution and laws, and the government is working to make that happen.
Also, he said Nigerians should stay alert and be patient over recent kidnappings, especially those involving schoolchildren. He explained that efforts to secure their release can take time, but saving innocent lives is the government’s top concern.
In his remarks, CAN President Archbishop Daniel Okoh expressed the association’s support for the Federal Government, commending Tinubu’s efforts to tackle insecurity and stabilize the economy. He assured the President of continued prayers and cooperation from the Christian community. “You are our President. The Church has no choice but to support you and your administration.” he said.
The meeting happened at a time when many Nigerians are still worried about insecurity, including insurgency in the North-East and banditry and kidnappings in other areas. Although people remain cautious, the President’s comments suggest that the government is determined to tackle the problem directly.
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