Coalition Commends Tinubu For Fight Against Insecurity

A coalition of civil society groups led by the Civil Society for Peace, Security and Development (CSPSD) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the nation’s security chiefs for their efforts towards tackling insecurity and strengthening national security.

The coalition gave the commendation on Wednesday in Abuja while addressing journalists after a solidarity rally to mark Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary.

Speaking on behalf of the group, its National Coordinator, Dr Kabiru Muhammed, said the coordination and operational commitment of the Armed Forces, Nigeria Police Force, intelligence agencies and other security formations had increased pressure on terrorists, bandits, kidnappers and other criminal networks.

Muhammed said security agencies under the Tinubu administration had intensified intelligence-led and technology-driven operations, with greater emphasis on inter-agency coordination.

According to him, the approach had contributed to efforts to reduce insecurity in different parts of the country.

The coalition also commended the leadership of the security chiefs for taking operational responsibility in responding to emerging threats, while noting that the president had continued to provide political direction and support for the country’s security architecture.

“Under the leadership of Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Olufemi Oluyede; Chief of Army Staff, Lt-Gen. Waidi Shaibu; Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke; Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas; Chief of Defence Intelligence, Lt-Gen. Emmanuel Undiandeye; and Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, the security agencies have intensified intelligence-led operations, joint deployments, surveillance, community engagement and coordinated responses to emerging threats,” the coalition said.

The group also welcomed the Federal Government’s investments in infrastructure, education, energy, youth development, technology and economic reforms, describing them as important components of the administration’s broader transformation agenda.

It, however, acknowledged that the government’s economic reforms had come with significant adjustments and hardships for citizens.

“The Tinubu administration’s economic reforms, although accompanied by significant adjustments and hardships for citizens, have been aimed at addressing longstanding structural challenges and creating a more sustainable foundation for the delivery of democratic dividends in the spirit of the Renewed Hope Agenda,” it said.

On infrastructure, the coalition commended the Federal Government’s road and rail projects across the country, citing ongoing construction, reconstruction and rehabilitation of highways and major roads, as well as railway modernisation.

It also acknowledged developments in the energy sector, particularly efforts to expand domestic refining capacity, strengthen electricity infrastructure and promote alternative energy initiatives, including Compressed Natural Gas.

The coalition said investments in electricity infrastructure and renewable energy, as well as efforts to address legacy debts in the power sector, were also ongoing.

On human capital development, the group noted federal programmes aimed at improving access to education, housing, healthcare and economic opportunities.

It specifically cited the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), saying the Presidency had reported that more than 1.5 million students had benefited from higher-education financing.

The coalition also acknowledged federal housing initiatives targeted at expanding access to affordable accommodation and creating employment opportunities.

While commending the administration, the group urged the Federal Government to sustain its efforts and ensure that the benefits of ongoing reforms translated into improved living conditions for Nigerians.

It called for greater attention to employment opportunities, food security, affordable transportation, reliable electricity, education and healthcare.

The coalition further urged Nigerians to support security agencies by providing useful information, promoting peaceful coexistence and remaining committed to national unity.

It congratulated Nigerians at home and abroad on the 66th Independence Anniversary, expressing optimism that sustained reforms, effective security operations and responsible citizenship would contribute to a safer and more prosperous country.