Nigeria will ultimately prevail against insecurity, says Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu says the country will “ultimately prevail against all forms” of insecurity.

The president spoke on Friday during an interfaith breaking of fast with members of the Nigerian Armed Forces at the presidential villa in Abuja.

Tinubu said the sacrifices made by the nation’s servicemen and women are not in vain and reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to improving the welfare of officers and soldiers.

“My duty is to thank all of you on behalf of a grateful nation, knowing fully well that many times you are without your families and that you stay away from them. Some of you are facing attacks by bandits and terrorists,” he said in a statement signed by Bayo Onanuga, special adviser to the president on information and strategy.

“I commend your courage, sacrifice, and professionalism as you put your lives on the line in defence of Nigeria’s sovereignty and the safety of its citizens.

“I am happy to inform you that your sacrifices and that of fellow citizens, all the sacrifices are not in vain. We are now out of the dark tunnel.”

The president said the efforts of the security forces had continued to weaken terrorist groups and bandits operating in different parts of the country.

“You have been working to serve the country deeply and protect our sovereignty. This nation will always be grateful to you, and your sacrifices will not be in vain, I assure you,” he said.

The president also assured the armed forces of continued investment in modern equipment, intelligence and logistics to strengthen their operational effectiveness.

Tinubu further thanked Nigerians for their patience as they grapple with the effects of the economic reforms.