President Tinubu declares “enough is enough” on killings in Nigeria, orders total security overhaul and collaboration with governors to restore peace.
Tinubu Orders Security Overhaul: ‘Enough is Enough,’ President Tells NSA, Service Chiefs
President Bola Tinubu has issued a stern directive to Nigeria’s security agencies, demanding an immediate and comprehensive overhaul of the country’s security strategy. In strong terms, the President declared “enough is enough” in response to recent killings across Borno, Benue, Plateau, and Kwara states.
The marching order was delivered during a high-level security meeting held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Wednesday. The session was attended by the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, alongside the heads of the armed forces, police, and intelligence services. Details of the meeting were shared via a statement by the President’s spokesman, Bayo Onanuga.
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Speaking to State House Correspondents after the meeting, Ribadu revealed that President Tinubu demanded a new, coordinated approach to national security, emphasizing grassroots collaboration.
“Mr. President gave us the opportunity to provide a full update. It was a very lengthy and detailed session,” Ribadu said. “He directed us to intensify efforts and to work more closely with local communities, local governments, and state governors.”
Ribadu stressed that Tinubu remained actively engaged with security developments even while on official visits abroad, including trips to Paris and London, during which he continued issuing instructions to security operatives.
“The President was visibly concerned. He said clearly ‘enough is enough.’ His directive is for us to restore peace and stability, no matter what it takes,” Ribadu said.
Security agencies have now been tasked with implementing new strategies at every level, including reinforcing coordination at the community level where many of the recent conflicts have flared.
This renewed commitment underscores Tinubu’s resolve to end Nigeria’s ongoing security challenges and safeguard citizens in every part of the country.
