Nigeria’ll be Africa’s safest country soon – Obidike

Nigeria is on track to become one of Africa's safest nations, according to Chief Obidike Chukwuebuka, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Chukwuebuka stated that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration is actively implementing security reforms and strategic interventions to combat terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, and communal clashes. He believes these measures demonstrate a strong commitment to restoring peace and fostering development.

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Nigeria’ll be Africa’s safest country soon

The administration is overhauling the nation's security architecture and enhancing the capabilities of security agencies. A significant step involves expanding the security personnel through recruitment into the Nigerian Army and Police Force, aiming to increase security presence and operational effectiveness, particularly in troubled regions.

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the Tinubu administration is implementing far-reaching measures aimed at overhauling Nigeria’s security architecture and strengthening the capacity of security agencies to protect lives and property more effectively.

Chukwuebuka lauded President Tinubu for showing genuine political will towards actualizing the long-debated state policing initiative. Unlike previous administrations that only discussed the idea, Tinubu has transmitted a legislative proposal to the National Assembly for constitutional consideration. This move, he argued, could significantly bolster security by bringing policing closer to the communities it serves, improving local intelligence, and enabling faster responses.

He further noted that state police would reduce the burden on federal forces, allowing them to focus on national security threats like terrorism and border security. The APC chieftain also commended the President's efforts to modernize the military with advanced equipment and enhance collaboration among various security organizations for coordinated operations.

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President Tinubu as the first Nigerian President to demonstrate genuine political will towards actualising the long-debated initiative [of state policing].