Insecurity: Let’s Stand Behind President Tinubu, Ashimolowo Tells Nigerians

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Insecurity - Ashimolowo Urges Nigerians to Stand Behind President Tinubu

In a recent appearance on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily, renowned cleric Matthew Ashimolowo of the Kingsways International Christian Centre (KICC) called on Nigerians to rally behind President Bola Tinubu in his administration’s intensified fight against insecurity.

Ashimolowo’s appeal came shortly after President Tinubu declared a nationwide state of emergency on insecurity, authorizing the recruitment of thousands of additional security personnel to confront the country’s growing challenges of terrorism, banditry, and kidnapping.

Ashimolowo emphasized that Nigeria is at a critical juncture and requires collective support to overcome its security crisis. He praised the president’s decision to expand the police force by 20,000 officers, raising the total to 50,000, and to bolster the ranks of the Armed Forces.

According to him, this move signals a leadership determined to make a difference in restoring peace and stability. He urged citizens to “stand behind our president now that he has called for more policing, more soldiers,” stressing that unity and cooperation are essential to achieving a turnaround.

The cleric highlighted the resilience and strength of Nigerians, describing them as “the toughest, strongest, boldest and fearless.” He argued that the country must tap into its intellectual and human resources while also recognizing its place within the broader African and global context.

Ashimolowo’s remarks carried a strong patriotic tone, portraying Nigeria as a nation admired by others across Africa and deserving of pride and confidence from its own people.

Beyond endorsing Tinubu’s recruitment drive, Ashimolowo suggested that members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) should be trained to contribute to national security efforts.

However, the cleric expressed caution about the idea of state police, warning that such forces could eventually be misused as personal armies by powerful individuals. His position reflects both optimism about national reforms and concern about potential abuses of decentralized policing.

Nigeria’s insecurity crisis remains one of its most pressing challenges, with communities across the country facing threats from armed groups and criminal networks.

Tinubu’s declaration of a security emergency underscores the urgency of the situation, while Ashimolowo’s call for unity highlights the importance of citizen support in complementing government action.

Together, these developments mark a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s ongoing struggle to restore safety and stability.