Nigeria Now Close to End of Security Challenge, Buni Says

Michael Olugbode in Damaturu

Yobe State Governor, Hon. Mai Mala Buni has said with the careful selection of new security chiefs by President Bola Tinubu, Nigeria’s security challenges are closer to the end.

In a statement by his spokesman, Mamman Mohammed yesterday, Buni said the National Security Adviser, Malam Nuhu Ribadu would put his wealth of experience to use in the fight against insecurity.

The governor said: “The security chiefs also have the wealth of experience and confidence of Nigerians to lead the fight against insecurity in Nigeria.

“As people from the frontline states, we commend the federal government and the security agencies for the tremendous achievements recorded in the states.

“We are optimistic that as active players who played key roles in the relative peace enjoyed in the states, the new service chiefs would add value to bring the insecurity challenge to a total halt.

“They have at different times proved their worth and competence in various national assignments.” Buni stressed.

He added: “The President made the right choice and we will continue to support all security operations in our domain.

“Malam Nuhu Ribadu is an excellent team player who would work in synergy with the security chiefs to achieve the set goals.”

The governor, however, called on Nigerians to support the new team to succeed.

He also commended the Buhari regime for improving on equipment and building a new spirit in the nation’s security personnel to see their assignment as a call to national duty.

“These great efforts boosted the morale of the security forces to fight the insecurity scourge effectively, efficiently and with dexterity,” Buni said.