Ndume: Nigerians deserve to hear from Tinubu directly
Former Senate Leader, Senator Ali Ndume, has urged President Bola Tinubu to speak directly to Nigerians on major national issues rather than relying on aides and government spokespersons to communicate with the public. Ndume made the appeal after a closed-door meeting with the President, saying citizens deserve to hear firsthand from their leader, particularly on issues affecting the economy and the country’s security situation. According to the Borno South senator, he advised the President to personally engage Nigerians more often, adding that Tinubu assured him the suggestion would be considered. He stressed that direct communication from the President would strengthen public confidence and provide clearer understanding of government policies and ongoing efforts to address national challenges. The lawmaker also spoke on the security situation, expressing optimism that recent military operations against armed groups could produce lasting results if sustained. He noted that security forces had intensified operations against bandits and insurgent groups operating across parts of the North-West, North East and other affected regions. Ndume said several key leaders of criminal groups had been neutralised, while some commanders had reportedly surrendered, describing the development as encouraging. He maintained that maintaining the current pace of military operations would further weaken criminal networks and improve security in vulnerable communities. He also commended the President for giving priority to security matters, revealing that his meeting with Tinubu was delayed because the President was holding consultations with the nation’s service chiefs. According to Ndume, the security meeting demonstrated that the administration was paying closer attention to the country’s security concerns and working with military leaders to improve ongoing operations.
The senator added that stronger coordination among security agencies, sustained pressure on criminal groups and continued government commitment would be essential to restoring peace and protecting lives and property across the country.
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