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Democracy Day: Nigeria Will Never Succumb to Terror, Banditry – Tinubu

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  • Nigeria's government reaffirmed its commitment to tackling insecurity and economic hardship, vowing not to yield to terror or criminal intimidation.
  • President Bola Tinubu's administration acknowledged citizens' economic struggles and pledged intensified efforts to address socio-economic challenges.
  • The government stressed its focus on protecting lives, ensuring safe release of captives, and supporting security agencies to counter threats nationwide.

Nigeria's Federal Government has reiterated its dedication to combating insecurity and alleviating economic hardship, asserting that the nation will not succumb to terror or criminal threats. Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, conveyed President Bola Tinubu's stance during the National Inter-Denominational Church Service marking Nigeria's Democracy Day.

Government is sensitive to all these pains, shares in these pains and has heard your cries.

— Senator George AkumeAcknowledging the economic struggles of Nigerian citizens on behalf of President Tinubu.

Akume acknowledged the significant economic difficulties faced by Nigerians, stating that the administration is sensitive to the public's pain and is actively working to mitigate the impact of these challenges. "Government is sensitive to all these pains, shares in these pains and has heard your cries," he said, promising that President Tinubu would intensify efforts to address the country's socio-economic issues. On the security front, Akume affirmed the government's focus on safeguarding lives, securing the release of hostages, and bolstering security agencies to effectively respond to threats across the nation.

The government of Nigeria shall never succumb to terror, banditry or any form of criminal intimidation.

— Senator George AkumeReaffirming the government's stance against terror and criminal elements.

"The government of Nigeria shall never succumb to terror, banditry or any form of criminal intimidation," Akume declared. He also commemorated 27 years of uninterrupted democracy since 1999, attributing it to the sacrifices of citizens and pro-democracy activists. Ahead of the 2027 general elections, he urged Nigerians to reject violence and divisive politics, cautioning young people against being exploited for political gains. Akume called upon religious leaders, traditional rulers, civil society, and the media to promote peace and responsible conduct as the country approaches another election cycle.

Do not rent out your conscience for money, drugs, political patronage or online applause. Your future is worth more than any politician’s temporary convenience.

— Senator George AkumeWarning young people against political manipulation ahead of the elections.
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