A coalition of civil society organisations has commended President Bola Tinubu, the nation’s military and security agencies for reforms aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s security architecture, urging Nigerians to support ongoing efforts to combat insecurity and safeguard the country’s democracy.
The group said the expansion of the military and improved welfare for personnel had reinforced the capacity of the armed forces and other security agencies to protect the nation’s sovereignty, stressing that security should not be politicised.
The coalition also applauded the commitment of members of the armed forces and other security agencies, describing them as steadfast defenders of Nigeria’s democracy and territorial integrity. It called on citizens to unite behind security institutions, noting that lasting peace and stability could only be achieved through collective national support and cooperation.
According to a statement by the Coalition Director of Programme, Johnson Micheal, the group said: “We stand here today with one voice and one purpose, because Nigeria belongs to all of us, and no single individual has the right to hold our peace to ransom or undermine our sovereignty in the name of activism.”
It added: “We commend Mr. President and the Chief of Army Staff for expanding our military and improving the welfare of our men and women in uniform. These are not small achievements, but the foundation of the safety we all seek. Our gallant military and security agencies have been firm pillars of our democracy and sovereignty. Every soldier who stands at the border and every officer who patrols our streets deserves our respect, not our suspicion.”
The coalition further said President Tinubu was working tirelessly to tackle insecurity, urging Nigerians to refrain from politicising security challenges. “Nigeria is winning the war against insecurity, so stop the politicisation of insecurity. This is not a game for cheap popularity; lives are at stake. Nigerians must unite against insecurity, together for a safe, peaceful and prosperous Nigeria. Progress is happening, and we will not allow anyone to derail it with theatrics dressed up as activism,” it stated.
The group also called on Nigerians to rally behind the military and other security agencies in the collective fight against terrorism and other security threats, insisting that national unity remained essential to building a safer, more peaceful and prosperous country.
Linus Aleke
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