TINUBU REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO CREATING STATE POLICE TO TACKLE INSECURITY

President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his administration’s plan to introduce state police as a measure to address the persistent security challenges plaguing the nation. He made this known during an interfaith iftar dinner with state governors at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, an event that also marked the observance of Ramadan and Lent.

Speaking to the governors, Tinubu reassured Nigerians that every promise he made during his campaign would be honored. He encouraged the governors to step up efforts aimed at improving the lives of ordinary citizens, especially those in underserved areas.

“Tonight, I shared an interfaith iftar with our state governors as Muslims observe Ramadan and Christians go through Lent,” Tinubu said. “This sacred period, observed by two of Nigeria’s major faiths, reminds us that we are not just political actors but a people guided by conscience.”

While applauding the governors for their humanitarian gestures during the season, the President urged them to go further. “We must reach the young man who feels abandoned. We must support the woman carrying heavy burdens for her family. We must touch lives in grassroots communities where hope is dim. Development must not be divided by religion. Compassion must not be limited by tribe. Opportunity must not be defined by status.”

Tinubu expressed confidence in the nation’s future, stating, “I am fully committed to rescuing this country. If we unite in our efforts to deliver hope, Nigeria’s best days remain ahead.”

The President also stressed the critical role of security in national progress. “The promises I made will not be delayed. Security is the bedrock upon which prosperity is built. Without it, farming suffers, businesses struggle, and families cannot rest easily.”

He confirmed that the creation of state police would go ahead, describing it as a necessary step for grassroots safety. “State police will be established to combat insecurity. This is not a political move but a practical one. It is about giving states the means to protect their citizens while maintaining a strong national structure.”

Tinubu called for courage and unity in pursuing reforms. “We must have the courage to fix what is broken. We must stand together to safeguard what matters. Nigeria will become safer. Nigeria will grow stronger. We must all commit to making this a reality.”