“Enough Is Enough”: Tinubu Orders Swift Security Overhaul Across Troubled Regions

President Bola Tinubu has issued firm directives to Nigeria’s security and intelligence leaders, urging intensified efforts to restore peace and stability in regions afflicted by violence.

National Security Adviser (NSA) Mallam Nuhu Ribadu disclosed these directives following an emergency meeting at the State House in Abuja. He emphasized President Tinubu’s unwavering commitment to national security, stating:

“He (President Tinubu) insisted that enough is enough. He wants to see results. All the security arms—military, police, intelligence services—are fully deployed and working round the clock.”

The President has specifically instructed security agencies to enhance coordination with local authorities in areas currently experiencing insecurity, particularly Plateau, Benue, and Borno States. Ribadu highlighted the importance of collaboration with subnational actors:

“Insecurity is not just a federal government issue. It involves sub-units, state and local governments, because they are closest to the people.”

Security and intelligence chiefs have recently visited troubled regions on the President’s orders, engaging with political and community stakeholders to assess situations firsthand and implement appropriate interventions.

While acknowledging persistent challenges, especially in the North-East where remnants of terrorist groups remain active, Ribadu stressed the evolving nature of insecurity and the need for adaptive strategies. He noted a recent spike in incidents in Borno State due to IEDs planted by insurgents.

Despite these challenges, Ribadu urged Nigerians to recognize the progress made in security over the past year:

“Security is relative. You compare what was happening before and what is happening now. We are not where we want to be yet, but we are moving forward. We will not relent until we achieve lasting peace.”

The high-level meeting convened by President Tinubu was attended by key figures, including the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa; Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency, Mohammed Mohammed; Chief of Defence Intelligence, Major General Emmanuel Undiandeye; and Director-General of the Department of State Services.