We’ll Establish State Police To Combat Insecurity – Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has declared that Nigeria is emerging from economic and security challenges, assuring citizens that the nation is now “out of the woods.”

He also reaffirmed his commitment to establishing state police to address insecurity at the grassroots level.

Speaking at an interfaith Ramadan and Lent fast-breaking ceremony at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Monday, Tinubu was joined by 20 governors, two deputy governors, senior government officials, and religious leaders.

Tinubu expressed optimism about Nigeria’s progress, noting that ongoing reforms are beginning to yield results despite initial difficulties.

“We are out of the woods. We are out of the dark tunnel of uncertainty,” he said, receiving applause from attendees.

Acknowledging the economic and security strains Nigerians have endured, the President described these challenges as necessary steps to reposition the country for sustainable growth.

“The result of hard work is more work. But as long as we bridge together and move together, the best is yet to come for Nigeria,” he added.

Emphasising decentralisation of security, Tinubu assured the public that state police would be introduced to empower local governments to respond swiftly to security challenges.

“To those unemployed, I promise we will establish State Police to combat insecurity in our Local Government areas,” he said.

The President also highlighted unity, sacrifice, and faith as shared values, pointing out that the overlap of Ramadan and Lent symbolises common ground across religions.

“Discipline, sacrifice, faith, perseverance, and determination will allow us to continue to bridge together, pray together, and serve humanity,” he said.

Tinubu praised governors for their cooperation with the Federal Government and encouraged state executives to extend development initiatives to the grassroots, especially for youth inclusion.

“Let’s embrace the young ones and spread development opportunities across all communities,” he urged.

He referenced Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago as an example, stressing that governance involves both commendation and critique, but resilience yields long-term benefits.