Former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, on Friday praised President Bola Tinubu for what he described as the steady progress in tackling insecurity across the country, saying recent security operations have demonstrated the effectiveness of the Federal Government’s intelligence-led approach.
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Bello spoke after a meeting with the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, at the Office of the National Security Adviser in Abuja.
Bello spoke after a meeting with the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, at the Office of the National Security Adviser in Abuja.
In a statement issued by his media office, the former governor said the recent foiling of an attempted abduction of schoolchildren in Kogi State highlighted the level of security support the state continues to receive from the Federal Government.
He said the operation reflected improved coordination among the nation’s security agencies and showed that ongoing investments in intelligence gathering and inter-agency collaboration were producing results.
“I want to use this opportunity to commend Mr President and our leader, President Bola Tinubu, for his relentless efforts in tackling insecurity across the nation.
“I also want to hail him and your humble self on the recent foiling of an attempted abduction of schoolchildren in Kogi State, which underscores the level of support the state continues to receive from the Federal Government.
“I attribute the successful operation to the vigilance, professionalism and improved coordination among the nation’s security agencies, which is clear evidence that intelligence-driven security operations are yielding positive results,” he said.
Bello also commended Ribadu for providing strategic leadership and strengthening collaboration among security and intelligence agencies, saying the synergy under the NSA had enhanced the country’s capacity to respond swiftly to emerging threats.
The former governor further applauded Tinubu over the recent rescue of abducted schoolchildren in Oyo State, describing the operation as another demonstration of the administration’s resolve to protect lives and property.
“Mr President also deserves commendation for the recent rescue of the abducted schoolchildren in Oyo State. I equally commend you, my brother, the National Security Adviser, and, of course, the security agencies for your painstaking efforts, professionalism and determination in securing the safe release of the victims.
“I also pay tribute to the brave officers who made the ultimate sacrifice during the operation. Their courage and selflessness remain a testament to their unwavering commitment to the defence of our country,” he said.
Responding, Ribadu thanked Bello for the visit and stressed that addressing insecurity required the collective efforts of all Nigerians.
“I want to warmly welcome you to my office this afternoon, my brother. The issue of insecurity concerns everyone in this country, and I believe that if we all play our part at our various levels, we shall overcome insecurity in Nigeria,” he said.
Bello urged Nigerians to continue supporting the Federal Government and security agencies by remaining vigilant and providing timely and credible intelligence that could aid security operations.
He expressed confidence that the Tinubu administration’s security reforms, coupled with improved collaboration among security agencies, would continue to strengthen the fight against criminality and lay the foundation for lasting peace, stability and national development.
