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We’ll Defeat Terrorism, Banditry,Says Tinubu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to defeating terrorism and banditry in Nigeria, describing the security challenges as unacceptable and alien to the nation’s culture and values.
The President gave the assurance on Monday while declaring open the Second National Economic Council (NEC) Conference at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja, stressing that his government remains resolute in strengthening the nation’s security architecture to restore peace across affected communities.
“I promise you here that I’ll play my part. Seven zones of mechanisation are coming. I promise Nigerians that this will be delivered, and I am here again to further find ways to strengthen our security forces and defeat terrorism,” Tinubu said.
He noted that insecurity has remained a major concern for his administration, adding that with determination and resilience, Nigeria would overcome terrorism and banditry.
“That is what has kept all of us sleepless at night, but I assure you we will win. This unacceptable terrorism and banditry is not part of our culture. It is foreign to us,” the President declared.
President Tinubu described insecurity as a major economic hindrance, calling for collective action and urgent solutions from all stakeholders. He commended the governors of Borno, Katsina and Kaduna states, among others, for their efforts in safeguarding lives and property.
Welcoming governors, ministers, members of the National Assembly, development partners and private sector leaders to the two-day conference, themed “Delivering Inclusive Growth and Sustainable National Development: The Renewed Hope National Development Plan 2026–2030,” the President said the gathering reflected a shared commitment to national progress.
He praised the National Economic Council, chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, for sustaining a critical platform for policy coordination and strategic dialogue, describing NEC as a cornerstone of fiscal federalism and economic governance in Nigeria.
Highlighting achievements of his administration, Tinubu said ongoing economic reforms had helped stabilise the economy and restore investor confidence, noting that Nigeria’s monetary policy reforms have gained global recognition.
He specifically commended the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) under Governor Yemi Cardoso for restoring confidence in the country’s monetary policy framework.
According to the President, state and local governments now receive increased and more predictable federal allocations, enabling them to pay salaries promptly, invest in infrastructure and deliver essential social services.
He added that his administration has prioritised infrastructure development in transportation, power, digital connectivity, housing and irrigation, alongside expanded social investment and human capital programmes targeting vulnerable households, youth, women and small businesses.
President Tinubu also highlighted grassroots-focused initiatives under the Renewed Hope Agenda, including the Renewed Hope Ward Development Project, which adopts a bottom-up approach to national development.
“These successes reflect strong collaboration among the federal and state governments, development partners and the private sector,” he said.
Speaking on the Renewed Hope National Development Plan 2026–2030, the President explained that it represents the next phase of Nigeria’s development journey, anchored on inclusive, resilient and environmentally sustainable growth.
He said the plan prioritises economic diversification and productivity, human capital development, subnational competitiveness, private sector-led growth and climate resilience, noting that its success would largely depend on effective implementation at state and local government levels.
“This Conference has reinforced collaboration, shared accountability and a focus on practical solutions and measurable outcomes. We must move decisively from declarations to implementation through data-driven decision-making, peer learning among states and innovative financing models,” Tinubu said.
He expressed confidence that resolutions from the conference would drive agricultural diversification, including dairy farming, livestock investment and ranching, while advancing sustainable national development.
