President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that his administration remains committed to restoring peace and strengthening security across the country, as he urged citizens to remain hopeful during the Easter celebrations.
In a statement personally signed to mark Easter, the President said the season serves as a reminder of sacrifice, resilience, and the triumph of light over darkness, noting that its message strongly reflects Nigeria’s present realities.
According to him, the country is currently navigating a period of economic hardship and persistent security challenges, but determined efforts are already underway to address the situation.
“For us in Nigeria, the essence resonates with our current realities as we navigate a period marked by economic strain and security challenges, even as determined efforts are underway to address them,” the President stated.
He reassured Nigerians that no nation can thrive in an atmosphere of fear and insecurity, stressing that lasting progress can only be achieved in peace.
“To other parts of the country also enduring one form of insecurity or the other, rest assured that concerted efforts are already yielding breakthroughs,” he added.
Tinubu reaffirmed his administration’s resolve to tackle terrorism, banditry, and other criminal activities threatening the country’s peace and stability.
He acknowledged the sacrifices being made by members of the Armed Forces and other security agencies, noting that despite their gallant efforts, security challenges have persisted.
The President, however, stated that his government is making the necessary resources available and strengthening foreign partnerships to enable security agencies deal decisive blows to criminal elements.
“Despite the good efforts of the administration and the gallant efforts of our men and women of the Armed Forces who leave behind their families to confront the evil actors in our land, challenges to our security have remained.
“However, my administration continues to make resources available and forge foreign partnerships to enable us to deal decisive blows to the agents of terror and banditry,” he said.
Referring to his condolence visit to Jos, Plateau State, following the recent deadly attack that claimed at least 28 lives, Tinubu said security chiefs had given strong assurances that significant progress was being made.
He also disclosed that international support had been mobilised to reinforce Nigeria’s response to insecurity.
“On Thursday, I was in Jos to commiserate with the people of Plateau State, share in their grief, and offer reassurances of better days to come. The leaders of the nation’s security institutions have given strong assurances of progress. We have also sought and are receiving assistance from outside our shores,” he said.
The President urged citizens to remain united and support lawful efforts aimed at restoring peace, while rejecting forces seeking to undermine national stability.
During his visit to Jos on Thursday, Tinubu met with families affected by the deadly attack and promised that such an incident would not be allowed to recur.
“To the victims, there is nothing I can give you, whether in billions of naira, but I can console you and promise that this experience will not repeat itself,” he said.
He also offered words of comfort to the woman seen in a viral video holding the body of her son after the attack.
“I know your pain; I saw in the video how you held on to your son and felt the agony in your heart.
“Only God can give you joy and comfort. No amount of money can compensate for your loss. As a government, we will do our best to support and comfort you,” the President said.
Tinubu further stated that the long-term solution for Jos is to restore the city to its former peaceful state, as many residents once knew it.
He reiterated that his administration was elected on the promise of peace and prosperity and pledged to restore lasting peace to the city and other troubled parts of the country.
Tinubu Assures Nigerians of Improved Security, Peace in Easter Message
