According to Tinubu, the reign of bandits and terrorists in Nigeria is nearing its end.
President Tinubu has issued a stern warning to terrorists and bandits troubling Nigerians, urging them to surrender to government forces or face lethal consequences in battle.
Additionally, he stated that his administration has had enough of the activities of bandits, terrorists, and other non-state actors, said he had put in place both kinetic and non-kinetic strategies to eliminate the criminal elements tormenting the country.
The president spoke on Thursday in Abuja at the inaugural international lecture organised by the News Agency of Nigeria.
Represented by the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, Tinubu said the days of these criminal elements were numbered, warning them to either drop their arms or be killed.
He said, “Cowards, idiots, bandits, kidnapping for ransom, and violent extremists—bad people. I can assure you, we are here to confront you. Enough is enough.
For 15 years we’ve been going through hell in this country. These bad people have been doing what they like. They continue to interfere with how we live, interfere with our commerce, education, health system, and transportation. Enough is enough. It has to stop. It will stop!
“It’s a warning to them. Time is running out. If you want to live, stop this. If you want to live your life, end it now. Examples have been made. They’ve seen what’s happening to their own leaders. The non-kinetic approach is still important.
“Windows are open, doors are open. If you’re ready to surrender and stop, do so. Otherwise, you know what’s coming, whoever you are.”
Kidnapping, An Economic Crime
Furthermore, the President vowed that the kidnapping for ransom, which has become prevalent in the country, would soon be a thing of the past.
“Today, kidnapping is an economic crime. It has replaced armed robbery, bank robbery, and housebreaking. And you see them—stupid, cowardly people—taking others and hiding them, then asking for money. We will find you.
“We defeated armed robbery before in this country and we will also defeat kidnappers. It’s a matter of time. We are just one year, three months, or four months old. Give us time.”
Also, Tinubu warned corrupt officials to be cautious, threatening to deal with them.
In addition, he said, “We have taken steps to improve governance through strengthening institutions, promoting accountability, and ensuring inclusive decision-making. Even those who corrupt people, be careful. It will come for you. It’s coming.”
Tinubu stated that his administration was committed to uplifting the downtrodden from the shackles of poverty, adding that he would continue to invest in job creation, infrastructure development, and social services.
He also urged Nigerians to be patient with him, promising that the positive impacts of his policies would soon be felt.
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