Remi Tinubu urges Nigerians to keep hope, says insecurity will end

Nigeria's First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has called on Nigerians to maintain hope amidst the country's escalating security challenges. She assured citizens that the Federal Government, in collaboration with security agencies and international partners, is actively working to resolve the ongoing insecurity issues.

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reassured Nigerians that the country’s security challenges will be surmounted through the efforts of the Federal Government, security agencies and international collaboration.

During a women's gathering in Ado Ekiti on May 30, 2026, Tinubu reassured residents about the security situation. She urged them to continue placing their faith in the government's efforts. A statement from the Office of the First Lady indicated that she expressed confidence in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's tireless work to combat insecurity. She encouraged Nigerians, particularly women, to remain hopeful and prayerful, reaffirming her belief in Nigeria as a great and blessed nation capable of overcoming its current difficulties.

Her remarks come at a time when several parts of the country are experiencing heightened security concerns, including attacks and kidnappings. Communities in states like Oyo, Benue, and Borno have faced repeated assaults affecting civilian life. The statement referenced an incident around May 15, 2026, where armed individuals attacked schools in Oyo State's Oriire Local Government Area, abducting at least 25 pupils and seven teachers, while an assistant headmaster was killed and another teacher later died in captivity.

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expressed confidence that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is working tirelessly to address insecurity, urging Nigerians, especially women, to remain hopeful and prayerful.

In a separate initiative at the same event, Senator Tinubu presented a N100 million Business Recapitalisation Grant to 2,000 women petty traders in Ekiti State. This grant aims to support their businesses, families, and contribute to economic growth. She also actively campaigned for the Ekiti State Governor and All Progressives Congress governorship candidate, Biodun Oyebanji, ahead of the June 20 election, thanking residents for their support and urging them to vote for his re-election.

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believed that Nigeria remains a great and blessed nation and that the challenges currently facing the country will soon pass.