- Bold Tinubu’s Policies Driving Steady Gains Against Insecurity – Tajudeen Abbas
- Traditional Rulers Get 25 SUVs
- Empowers Zaria Communities
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has said Nigeria is making steady progress in addressing insecurity due to the bold policy decisions of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the courage of the Armed Forces, and the resilience of citizens.
Eko Hot Blog reports that on Sunday during the Renewed Hope Empowerment Programme in Zaria, Kaduna State, Abbas noted that empowerment remains a critical pillar of national security because strong, economically stable communities are less vulnerable to crime.
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“When farmers have the tools they need, production rises. When young people have livelihoods, they turn away from violence. When women gain financial strength, families become stable. Today’s distribution is part of our answer to a national challenge. It is our local contribution to the wider effort to secure this country,” he said.
The two-day empowerment programme began on Saturday with the groundbreaking of major education-focused projects.
On Sunday, the Speaker distributed a wide range of empowerment items to farmers, artisans, entrepreneurs, and communities. These include 50 tractors, 92 combine threshers, 4,000 solar-powered water pumps, 1,920 grinding machines, 450 petrol-powered water pumps, 1,500 fertiliser applicators, 1,500 knapsack sprayers, 1,700 deep freezers, and 1,400 industrial sewing machines.
In addition, 25 SUVs were presented to traditional rulers in recognition of their vital role in peacebuilding and conflict resolution.
Abbas stressed that empowerment achieves the greatest impact when it strengthens livelihoods and builds community resilience from the grassroots. He said the programme aligns with President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and the House of Representatives’ priority on community-driven development.
He acknowledged that despite ongoing security challenges in parts of the North, progress is evident. “This progress stems from the bold actions of President Tinubu, the courage of our security forces, and the resilience of our people,” he stated.
The Speaker also praised traditional rulers as custodians of culture and first responders during crises, noting that the SUVs will enhance their mobility and ability to mediate conflicts quickly.
He added that the empowerment distribution reflects a philosophy of development that puts people at the centre. “When we empower the family, we empower the community. When the community grows, the nation becomes stronger.”
As the representative of Zaria Federal Constituency, Abbas explained that the programme forms part of a long-term strategy to uplift households, strengthen farmers, support youth and women, and expand opportunities across sectors.
“The Renewed Hope Agenda is about opening doors, rebuilding trust, restoring confidence, and ensuring that every Nigerian feels seen and supported. What we are doing today is an expression of that national vision in our local community,” he concluded.
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