Nigeria Attacks: Tinubu sends strong warning to those threatening Nigeria’s sovereignty

PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu issued a harsh warning to ethnic agitators on Wednesday, stating that anyone who believe they can challenge Nigeria’s sovereignty will face consequences.

President Tinubu further stated that his administration is committed to achieving complete economic security for the country while tackling fundamental concerns and establishing a fair and equitable system in which all Nigerians may prosper.

Speaking to leaders of Afenifere, the respected Yoruba Socio-Cultural Organisation, at the State House in Abuja, the President stated that his administration is re-engineering Nigeria’s finances in order to increase citizens’ purchasing power and spread prosperity in the long run by instituting a credit system in which the element of cash is not an impediment to a significantly improved standard of living for all.

He stated that Nigeria must first guarantee its economic stability before pursuing any of its more complex goals.

In a statement published by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Chief Ajuri Ngelale, the President said, “We are committed to our country’s economic survival.” We must become serious about reengineering our country’s economics. So, first, retool, redesign the economic options accessible, and vow to keep taking the solid and steady baby steps that are required.

”Education is an effective weapon against poverty. To empower the people, we must invest in our youth’s futures. We saw the difficulties parents encounter in educating their children in school, which is why we launched the National Student Loan Programme, which is doing well.

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‘’We are equally examining what to do with the high degree of unemployment. We must help vulnerable people by providing social security. We are looking at how to provide allowances for the unemployed, and we are developing ways to boost the purchasing power of citizens with the Consumer Credit Scheme. If we remove the cash upfront element to buy a car or a house, we will reduce the propensity for fraud and corruption across the land,’’ President Tinubu said.

Speaking on security, the President vowed that anyone who endanger Nigeria’s sovereignty will face severe consequences.

The President’s warning follows a recent allegation in which certain individuals from the South West staged an agitation for the Yoruba nation.

Tinubu said:

‘’I am irrevocably committed to the unity of Nigeria and constitutional democracy.

Since we took office, constitutional democracy has been strongly reflected here. The current challenge is that of terrorism. Security of life and property is critical for progress. I can assure you that we are having success. We have diminished terrorism to the point that it no longer threatens Nigeria’s sovereignty.

‘’Banditry and kidnapping will be defeated. And there is no payment of ransom whatsoever. We are taking the battle to them. We are getting results more rapidly than before. We are working hard on intelligence gathering. Those who think they can threaten the sovereignty of Nigeria will have themselves to blame. They have a price to pay. And we are not going to relent.”

The President thanked the distinguished group for their prayers and support, assuring them that he would not back down in his determination to improve Nigeria.

‘’God bless Nigeria. God bless our unity; our diversity must bring prosperity for all for the sake of Nigeria,’’ President Tinubu concluded.

Earlier in his remarks, His Royal Majesty, Oba Olu Falae, praised the President for his daring actions, as well as the renovation of Lagos’ Third Mainland Bridge and other important ongoing projects.

He encouraged the President not to give up on securing fairness and equity for all Nigerians, emphasising the significance of a constitutional reform to transfer more powers to the states.

‘’We are delighted about what you are doing for our country, and we assure you of our continued support. We thank you for your visit to Akure in February 2024, and we believe it is right and proper to reciprocate your kind gesture. We appreciate this relationship, and we need to make it work in the interest of Nigeria.

‘’Mr. President, you are the leader of Nigeria now and the most important political figure in Africa. We expect you, in view of your legacy and pedigree, to lead our country with knowledge, courage, and integrity. We have no doubt that your tenure will mark a turning point in the history of our country. Under your leadership, Nigeria will be repositioned.

‘’We will stand by you as you make all efforts to change the Nigeria story for the better. Be assured Afenifere will not abandon you in fair or foul weather. As long as you remain faithful to the principles of fairness, integrity, and courage that is expected of you as the leader of Nigeria, we will stand by you,’’ Oba Falae said.

The delegation was led by Pa Reuben Fasoranti, the leader of Afenifere; Oba Falae, and other prominent persons.