Tinubu Meets CAN, Promises Improved Security Nationwide

Tinubu Meets CAN, Promises Improved Security Nationwide
President assures CAN of plans for state and community police
CAN pledges full support for Tinubu’s administration

President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that the ongoing recalibration of the nation’s security architecture will soon begin to deliver results that will gladden their hearts.

The President gave the assurance during a meeting with a delegation of the Christian Association of Nigeria led by its President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, at his Lagos residence.

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that the development was disclosed in a statement issued on Friday by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.

Tinubu said his administration remained committed to the establishment of state and community police as part of efforts to change the country’s security narrative.

He urged CAN to work closely with his administration to achieve national goals, noting that some of the measures already introduced required time to mature.

“The mood of the nation is peaceful, although our ungoverned spaces are so large. The challenge is real, but we will surmount it. We are very religious. We are prayer warriors. We need your focus, vigilance, and cooperation,” Tinubu said.

“Community and State Police will be a reality once the National Assembly completes the required legislative inputs; Military hardware is difficult to replace. It is expensive and not available off the shelf.

“Our orders for four attack helicopters from the United States of America will take some time to arrive.. We have approached Turkey for assistance.”

The President acknowledged that delays in acquiring military equipment were affecting public perception but stressed that the government was not relenting in its efforts to restore peace and prosperity, despite the tactics of bandits and insurgents.

Commenting on the recent abduction and release of school children in Niger and Kebbi states, Tinubu called for vigilance, adding that “the rhetoric on how the children were released or what happened to the kidnappers is secondary; the end justifies the means.”

Responding, Archbishop Okoh assured the President of the Church’s support.

“You are our President. The Church has no choice but to support you and your administration,” he said.

Okoh acknowledged the receipt of palliatives provided to the association during religious festivals and off season periods and commended Tinubu for his commitment to addressing security and socio economic challenges.

“We acknowledge that the task before you is daunting, but we are assured of your sagacity. The Christian community is committed to ensuring that you succeed.

“Your commitment has closed the gap between the government and the Church. This has never happened before, and we are willing to work with you because we have seen genuine intentions,” he said.

He appealed for direct engagement with CAN structures nationwide and requested the release of funds to the Christian Pilgrims’ Board.