President Bola Tinubu’s Independence Day address was marked by a message of hope and progress in the fight against terrorism and banditry across Nigeria. In a speech that was full of determination, President Tinubu reassured Nigerians of the significant strides his administration has made in securing and consolidating stability across the country.
In a resolute tone, the President said: “I want to show you that our administration is winning the war against terrorism and banditry.” He stressed that the primary objective was to eliminate all threats posed by Boko Haram, banditry, kidnapping for ransom and all forms of violent extremism. In just one year, the government has successfully eliminated many Boko Haram and bandit commanders.
President Tinubu then gave an update on the government’s actions in the fight against these criminal elements. “To date, over 300 Boko Haram commanders and bandits have been neutralized by our troops in the North East, North West and other parts of the country.” He also noted that peace had been restored, allowing hundreds of northern communities and thousands of people to return home.
However, the President acknowledged that the job was not yet done, describing it as “unfinished business.” He assured that the security agencies were determined to end the situation as soon as possible to enable families to return home safely. He promised positive spin-offs such as increased production and lower food costs.
Meanwhile, President Tinubu spoke about the government’s response to the recent natural disasters, reaffirming the administration’s commitment to addressing the challenges and supporting the affected communities.
The unwavering commitment of President Tinubu and his government to ensuring the security and prosperity of the country was evident in his speech. He demonstrated his determination to continue efforts to eliminate threats to Nigeria’s stability and build a better future for all Nigerians.
In conclusion, President Bola Tinubu’s speech is a call for unity, resilience and hope, offering a vision of a secure and prosperous Nigeria for all. The security challenge remains, but with strong leadership and continued collaboration, Nigeria is on the path to peace and progress.