ABUJA, Nigeria—President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has issued a decisive directive to Nigeria’s security and intelligence chiefs, demanding the eradication of terrorist activities across the nation. The President’s firm stance, encapsulated in his statement “Enough is enough,” follows a series of violent attacks that have left over 200 people dead and displaced hundreds in Plateau and Benue states.
The President convened a high-level briefing at the State House, attended by National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu, National Intelligence Agency (NIA) Director-General Mohammed Mohammed, Chief of Defence Intelligence Maj.-Gen. Emmanuel Undianeye, and Department of State Services (DSS) Director-General Oluwatosin Ajayi. Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila was also present.
During the meeting, President Tinubu emphasized the need for coordinated efforts among security agencies, government officials at all levels, traditional rulers, and community leaders to restore peace in affected regions. NSA Ribadu assured reporters that all security arms—military, police, and intelligence services—are fully mobilized and working tirelessly to address the crisis.
Ribadu highlighted the evolving nature of insecurity in Nigeria, noting that while significant progress has been made, challenges persist, particularly in the Northeast, where remnants of terrorist groups remain active. He cited recent incidents in Borno State involving improvised explosive devices (IEDs) as evidence of the ongoing threat.
The NSA also stressed the importance of collaboration with sub-national actors, stating, “Insecurity is not just a Federal Government issue. It involves state and local governments, as they are closest to the people.” He added that security chiefs had recently visited the troubled states on the President’s orders to assess the situation and implement targeted interventions.
President Tinubu’s directive underscores his administration’s commitment to achieving lasting peace and security. Ribadu urged Nigerians to recognize the progress made over the past year, while acknowledging that more work remains to be done. “We are not where we want to be yet, but we are moving forward. We will not relent until we achieve lasting peace,” he affirmed.
This renewed push against terrorism comes as Nigeria grapples with the complex and evolving challenges of maintaining national security in the face of persistent threats.
