President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to decentralized policing, vowing that the establishment of state police remains a top priority in the fight against nationwide insecurity. Speaking during an interfaith breaking of the fast at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, the President used the occasion to reassure the country that the core promises of his 2023 mandate are well on track.
The gathering, which brought together state governors from across the federation, served as a symbolic bridge between the Muslim holy month of Ramadan and the Christian season of Lent. The President emphasized that beyond the complexities of policy and politics, leadership is fundamentally about conscience and the shared humanity of the Nigerian people.
During his address, President Tinubu challenged the governors to look beyond urban centers and focus their energy on grassroots communities. He noted that development should be blind to religion and tribe, urging the state executives to reach out to the forgotten young men and the hardworking women who anchor their families under difficult circumstances. He stressed that for the nation to truly thrive, hope must be revitalized where it has begun to flicker.
Addressing the critical issue of safety, the President was firm in his stance that security is the only viable foundation for economic prosperity. He argued that without a secure environment, farmers cannot return to their fields, businesses cannot expand, and families cannot enjoy basic peace of mind. He described the move toward state police as a practical necessity rather than a political maneuver, aimed at giving states the necessary tools to protect their own citizens while reinforcing the national security structure.
The President’s tone was one of determination and reform. He urged the governors to be bold enough to change systems that are no longer working for the people. By working together to deliver on these expectations, Tinubu expressed his unwavering belief that Nigeria will emerge both safer and stronger, insisting that the best days for the country are still ahead.
