APC chieftain rallies Nigerians against terrorism, urges support for government

Mr. Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress in Osun State, has appealed to Nigerians to remain calm and continue supporting the Federal Government and security agencies in their efforts to combat insecurity and terrorism. Oyintiloye expressed optimism that the nation's current security challenges will soon be a thing of the past with the collective support of all stakeholders.

He noted that the Federal Government is intensifying efforts to tackle all forms of criminality and ensure the safety of lives and property across the country. Oyintiloye stated that the government is deeply concerned about the prevailing security situation and is taking decisive steps to end all forms of insecurity. He pointed to President Bola Tinubu's resolve, declared during his Democracy Day address, to have zero tolerance for terrorists and their collaborators as a demonstration of the administration's commitment to restoring peace.

"We share the pain of parents, families, and relatives of victims currently devastated by mass abductions, especially of schoolchildren, and the ongoing killings by terrorists. It is a tragic situation, and no one would wish such experiences on themselves or their loved ones. We truly feel their pain," Oyintiloye said. He urged citizens to remain hopeful and continue supporting government efforts to rescue those in captivity and bring perpetrators to justice, assuring that intelligence and security operatives are actively working to identify, apprehend, and prosecute those responsible for acts of violence.

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We share the pain of parents, families, and relatives of victims currently devastated by mass abductions, especially of schoolchildren, and the ongoing killings by terrorists. It is a tragic situation, and no one would wish such experiences on themselves or their loved ones. We truly feel their pain.

Oyintiloye expressed confidence in the professionalism, competence, and dedication of Nigeria’s security personnel, believing they have the capacity to flush out criminal elements and restore lasting peace. He advised that service chiefs should review and adjust their operational strategies without hesitation, emphasizing that "time is of the essence."

Furthermore, he called on state governors to complement the President’s efforts by providing adequate support and resources to security agencies within their jurisdictions. Oyintiloye stressed that while President Tinubu holds the constitutional role as Chief Security Officer of the nation, governors and local government chairmen are closer to the grassroots and must take proactive measures to strengthen local intelligence and maintain peace. He concluded by noting that no nation can achieve meaningful development in an atmosphere of insecurity.

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If necessary, service chiefs should review and adjust their operational strategies without hesitation, as time is of the essence.