President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s resolve to tackle insecurity, insisting that the safety of Nigerians, particularly the most vulnerable—will not be compromised.
He made this known on Sunday at his Lagos residence while hosting Vice President Kashim Shettima and 23 state governors who paid him an Eid-el-Fitr homage.
The meeting came shortly after the President returned on Friday from a three-day State Visit to the United Kingdom, the first by a Nigerian leader in nearly four decades—where King Charles III and Queen Camilla received him.
Speaking on his engagements abroad, Tinubu said discussions in London and with Emmanuel Macron focused on securing modern equipment and technical support to confront criminal activities.
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He stressed that his administration is actively building international partnerships aimed at reinforcing Nigeria’s security architecture.
“I have committed to strengthening the networks necessary for our safety,” he said, noting that efforts were ongoing to deepen collaboration with several countries.
The President also cautioned that the ongoing crisis in the Middle East could lead to increased global inflation, with likely consequences for energy prices, transportation costs, and overall purchasing power at home.
He urged state governors to take proactive steps to ease the burden on citizens by introducing policies that improve livelihoods and provide targeted support.
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According to him, governments at all levels must also anticipate increased pressure from labour unions seeking additional interventions.
“Insecurity is an enemy of development, progress and prosperity,” he said, calling for a united front against threats to national stability.
Tinubu also appreciated Shettima’s recent visit to Borno State, assuring residents of improved protection through the deployment of new security technologies.
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Chairman of the Nigeria Governors’ Forum and Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, commended the President for what he described as a successful foreign trip, noting that it had opened doors for investment.
He disclosed that the Forum is working closely with the National Security Adviser to advance plans for the establishment of state police.
According to him, governors are preparing a proposal for the National Assembly to create the legal framework required to operationalise the initiative.
The meeting drew governors from across party lines, including those from Lagos, Abia, Rivers, Kano and Imo states, reflecting a shared concern over national security.
