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I’m determined to protect Nigerians from poverty, terrorism – Tinubu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to combating poverty, criminality, and terrorism through a multi-dimensional strategy aimed at addressing the root causes of insecurity in Nigeria.
Speaking on Saturday at the passing out parade of Cadets of the 72 Regular Course, Short Service Course 48, and Direct Short Service Course at the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) in Kaduna, President Tinubu emphasized that military force alone is insufficient to ensure lasting security across the country.
The President, who was represented by Senate President Godswill Akpabio at the event, said his government is determined to build a safe, prosperous, and inclusive society by tackling underlying socio-economic drivers of conflict and insecurity.
“My administration has remained unrelenting in our resolve to provide a holistically safe society for all our citizens by implementing programmes and policies empowering Nigerians to combat poverty, criminality, and terrorism,” Tinubu stated.
He underscored that issues such as unemployment, poverty, poor education, lack of innovation, and economic dislocation must be addressed alongside military operations if Nigeria is to overcome its current security challenges.
“We recognise that no amount of kinetic effort of our armed forces and other security agencies will guarantee the safety of our people if other key drivers of insecurity, such as poverty, unemployment, poor innovation, and general economic and social disintegration have not been tackled,” he added.
As part of his broader development strategy, President Tinubu pointed to ongoing efforts under his administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which he said is structured around the “Doctrine of 4D” – a diplomatic and strategic framework focused on:
- Democracy promotion,
- Development through economic growth,
- Harnessing demographic potential,
- And deepening engagement with the diaspora.
According to Tinubu, the government is simultaneously working on several fronts, including job creation, macroeconomic stability, improving the investment climate, advancing human capital development, reducing poverty, and expanding social security coverage.
“These pillars are being pursued concurrently to stimulate national transformation and reposition Nigeria as a prime global investment destination,” the President concluded.
The event in Kaduna marked a significant milestone for the newly commissioned officers, many of whom will soon join ongoing national and international security operations. Tinubu praised the armed forces for their sacrifices and urged the graduating cadets to uphold the highest standards of discipline, patriotism, and professionalism in service to the nation.
Background
Nigeria continues to face a complex security environment marked by terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, and communal conflicts. The Tinubu administration has pledged a shift from a solely military-centered approach to one that integrates economic, social, and diplomatic tools to build long-term peace and resilience.
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Police must pay transport fares, says AIG
” No police officer has the right to enter your vehicle without paying. We should assist one another willingly, not by force,” he said.
• The Assistant Inspector-General of Police(AIG) in charge of Zone 2 Command, Mr Olohundare Jimoh, speaking with transporters at Obalende garage, Lagos State, on Wednesday.
The Assistant Inspector-General of Police, Zone 2 Command, Mr Olohundare Jimoh, has declared that officers must pay fares before boarding commercial vehicles, warning against abuse of authority.
Jimoh spoke on Wednesday at Obalende garage during a sensitisation meeting with drivers and transport workers marking National Police Day 2026.
He stressed that relations between police and the public must be based on partnership, not coercion, urging both sides to support each other voluntarily.
“No police officer has the right to enter your vehicle without paying. We should assist one another willingly, not by force,” he said.
Jimoh called for stronger cooperation to maintain safety and order on roads, insisting there was no conflict between officers and transport unions.
“I don’t collect money from officers. We don’t arrest people arbitrarily. If you have issues with any officer, report directly to me,” he said.
(Vanguard)
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will leave for Jos tomorrow to commiserate with the state government and residents over recent deadly gun attacks that lefts dozens dead.
This was following Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s security briefing to the President on the recent violent attack in Angwan Rukuba, Plateau State.
During the meeting on Wednesday at the presidential villa in Abuja, Governor Caleb Mutfwang told Mr President that although security forces have restored calm after fresh disturbances involving looters on Wednesday morning, following the deadly Palm Sunday attack that left more than a dozen dead and many others injured.
He said that investigations are continuing to determine the identities or motives of the attackers who are yet to be apprehended .
Presidency source said that President Tinubu was initially scheduled for a planned trip to Ogun State to flag off operations at the Gateway International Cargo Airport on Thursday.
From Jos, the President will travel to Lagos to observe Good Friday.
On Saturday, April 4, he will visit Ogun State to commission projects including the cargo airport.
He will then return to Lagos during the Easter holiday to commission several state infrastructure projects, including the Ojota/Opebi Link Bridge.
Before heading back to Abuja, the president will visit Bayelsa State on April 10 to commission projects completed under Governor Duoye Diri.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will tomorrow embark on a visit to Jos, Plateau State, as the first leg of a five-state tour across the country.
The Presidency announced that the President has postponed his scheduled trip to Ogun State to enable him to commence the series of official visits.
Details of the remaining four states in the tour are expected to be released by the Presidency in due course.
The development comes as President Tinubu continues nationwide engagements aimed at assessing development projects, interacting with stakeholders, and addressing key national issues in the respective states.
Further updates on the itinerary will be communicated as the visits progress.
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