President Bola Tinubu has restated his administration’s commitment to ending insecurity across Nigeria and securing the release of all individuals currently held by criminal groups.
Speaking through the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, during a National Inter-Denominational Church Service in Abuja marking the 2026 Democracy Day celebrations, the President said the Federal Government is intensifying efforts to address security challenges while also working to ease economic hardship affecting citizens.’
Senator Akume noted that the administration is aware of the difficulties Nigerians are facing, including rising insecurity, kidnappings, and economic pressure, and assured that government is actively working to reduce these burdens through sustained policy action and democratic governance.
He emphasised that 27 years of uninterrupted democratic rule since 1999 reflects the resilience of Nigerians and paid tribute to pro-democracy activists who played key roles in the June 12 struggle.
On security, he reiterated that the government remains determined not to yield to terror or criminal intimidation, adding that security agencies are being strengthened and supported to protect lives and restore stability across the country.
He also urged Nigerians, particularly young people, to reject violence, hate speech, and political manipulation as the country moves closer to the 2027 general elections, calling for peaceful participation and national unity.
The service was attended by top government officials, including the Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, and other senior figures.
