President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that the ongoing recalibration of the nation’s security architecture will soon produce results capable of restoring public confidence.
The assurance came on Friday during a meeting with a delegation from the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), led by its President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, at the President’s Lagos residence, according to a statement by Presidential Spokesperson Mr Bayo Onanuga.
Tinubu reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to security sector reforms, including the establishment of state and community policing to address emerging threats across the country.
“The mood of the nation is peaceful, although our ungoverned spaces are vast. The challenge is real, but we will surmount it,” he said.
The President urged religious leaders to support government efforts through cooperation, vigilance, and prayers, noting that some security measures require time to take full effect.
“We are very religious. We are prayer warriors. We need your focus, vigilance and cooperation,” he added.
Tinubu emphasised that state and community policing would become a reality once the National Assembly completes the necessary legislative processes.
He also explained that delays in acquiring military hardware had affected public perception, pointing out that such equipment is expensive and not readily available.
The President disclosed that Nigeria had ordered four attack helicopters from the United States and was engaging Turkey for additional support.
Despite the guerrilla tactics of bandits and insurgents, Tinubu stressed that the government remains resolute, with restoring peace as a top priority.
On the recent abduction and release of schoolchildren in Niger and Kebbi states, the President called for heightened vigilance.