The National Security Adviser, (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, has appealed to Nigerians to be patient, as President Tinubu’s led administration tackles the security challenges confronting the country.
Ribadu stated this while speaking on the security situation in the country during the ongoing 19th Annual Nigerian Editors Conference in Uyo yesterday, with the theme; “Stimulating Economic Growth, Technological Advancement: Role of the Media”.
The NSA said though he was not condemning anyone, the reality was that the present administration inherited tough times, adding that what the country needs is the cooperation of all to ensure the Federal Government eliminates all forms of insecurity in the country.
He said that there has been a lot of improvement in the security situation of the nation, stressing that all hands must be on deck to surmount insecurity challenges.
He further said, “We are all in this together. As a National Security Adviser, you want to hear about national security. We have been there about five months and a few days in the office. We have given Nigeria to President Bola Tinubu to manage it for us.
“In the last five months, I have been there by his side, and I have seen how things were and how things are compared to when we started, and hopefully the direction we are going is okay. We inherited a tough period. We appeal for patience and understanding. It’s tough times, and that is the reality. We are not condemning anyone, but that is the truth. Those who are in charge must tell the truth; say it as it is, and then hopefully things will be better.
“I also appeal to you for support, we are going through tough times. It requires all of us to come together. We are all in it together; it is not going to be for too long. Is a matter of time; it will be better”.
The National Security Adviser added that there has been a lot of improvement in the security challenges confronting the country, stressing that militancy in the Niger Delta had been reduced drastically from what it used to be.
He disclosed that the insecurity in the South-East had also been reduced since this administration came on board, appealing that it will get better.
He assured that the Federal Government would continue to do everything possible to improve the welfare of its citizens and remain transparent in doing government business.
